About this tour
Spend a full day exploring the Brunello di Montalcino wine region of Italy, visiting prestigious cellars that produce the country's most celebrated red. A local guide walks you through vineyard landscapes and production methods whilst you taste wines directly from producers who've shaped Montalcino's reputation. Transport, meals and tastings included, so you can relax without worrying about driving afterwards.
Highlights
- Tour working cellars producing Brunello di Montalcino
- Taste wines directly from makers and their reserves
- Learn production techniques and vineyard history
- Lunch included in the wine region
- Hotel pickup and drop-off service
- Air-conditioned minivan transport throughout
What to expect
You'll be collected from your hotel and driven through rolling Tuscan countryside to several family-run wineries. Each stop includes a guided walk through cellars where you'll see barrel ageing and bottling processes, followed by structured tastings of multiple vintages. The guide explains terroir, grape varieties and why Brunello commands its premium price. Lunch happens at or near one of the estates—expect local Tuscan fare paired with wines. The pace is leisurely; this is about understanding rather than rushing. By day's end you'll grasp what makes these wines distinctive.
Good to know
Minimum age 18 for tastings. Wear comfortable walking shoes for cellar tours. Tell organisers about dietary needs at booking. Hotel pickups available from selected properties only—confirm yours is included. Bring your passport details when booking.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.