Visit 2 wineries to enjoy tastings, and sample local cheeses at stunning locations near the UNESCO world heritage site of Pienza. Drive along the cypress tree lined, winding roads . Visit an ancient castle near the medieval village of Montalcino for your second tasting, and explore the village on foot.
- Abbey of Monteoliveto wine tasintg
- Taste Pecorino di Pienza
- Taste Brunello wine in an ancient castle
- Montalcino
| Included | Wine tasting Cheese tasting |
|---|---|
| Duration | 8 Hours |
| Bring along | Comfortable shoes and smart/casual dress |
Venue
Florence, Italy
Offered by
Green Italy Experiences
Further information
Take a drive by private vehicle to the unforgettable Val d’Orcia renowned for its outstanding natural beauty. You will delight in a very special day visiting the real Tuscany between charming villages and cellars where local authentic wine is produced.We will travel all along the famous road of the Crete Senesi (Sienese clay) which resembles a lunar landscape characterized by the ochre-tinged soil. We will have a stop at the Abbey of Monteoliveto a unique monastic complex still marked by the schedule of the typical benedictine lifestyle, with rigid opening and closing hours and where you will taste the monk’s wine of their own making. In the morning we will visit Pienza the most well-known village of Val d’Orcia recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site there you will taste Pecorino di Pienza one ofthe best Italian cheeses with a long tradition.In the early afternoon departure to Montalcino with a stop along the way at an ancient castle to taste the excellent Brunello wine. Explore the medieval village of Montalcino rich in history and breathtaking views along its narrow streets.
