About this tour
Spend a day in Montalcino exploring the cellars and vineyards behind Brunello, one of Italy's most celebrated reds. This eight-hour private tour takes you through working estates in the heart of Tuscany, with tastings directly from producers, lunch, and transport included. You'll taste multiple vintages and learn how terroir shapes these complex wines from the people who make them.
Highlights
- Access working cellars of established Brunello producers
- Taste multiple vintages and single-vineyard expressions
- Lunch paired with local dishes and wines
- Private transport within Siena and Arezzo provinces
- Small-group or solo option with dedicated guide
- Learn aging and production methods from winemakers
What to expect
Your guide picks you up and drives you into the rolling hills around Montalcino. You'll visit two or three estates—the exact stops vary depending on the season and producer schedules. Each visit involves a walk through cellars (some underground, carved from stone) where you'll see barrel rooms and taste directly from the producer. Expect to spend 45 minutes to an hour at each stop. Lunch happens midway through, usually at a local restaurant or sometimes at an estate itself, with food chosen to complement the wines you're tasting. The pace is unhurried; guides encourage questions and conversation rather than rushing through.
Good to know
Book well ahead in high season (May–October). Bring comfortable walking shoes for uneven cellar floors. Let the operator know any dietary needs when booking. Minimum age for tasting is 18. Hotels outside Siena and Arezzo provinces require a separate transfer quote.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.