Wine Tours
A unique experience into the world of wine
FROM THE VINEYARD TO THE GLASS
Feel the inspiration: take a wine tour organized by Enoteca Meucci
Enoteca Meucci is pleased to offer tours of select wineries in Tuscany and nearby Umbria that are both inspiring and informative. Together we will travel from Cortona to Montepulciano, then on to Montalcino and the Chianti region, and onward to Montefalco. This tour is an opportunity to understand the wines from the soil to the glass. Smell, taste, sight, and curiosity here take center stage.
Thanks to the dynamic participation of the producers themselves, we will be glad to introduce you to the true wine culture of these various terroirs. You will hear in-depth explanations about production philosophies: from how they work in the vineyard to how they work in the cellar. You will then be able to taste a selection of the best wines created by the most representative wineries in those areas. Our professional and courteous Staff is at your service to guarantee a memorable experience.
Cortona: land of Syrah
Location
Cortona
Duration
6
The ancient hilltop city of Cortona, surrounded by a wall with both Etruscan and Roman features, looks out over the entire Valdichiana valley. From its highest point (600 m. above sea level), it offers breathtaking views of Lake Trasimeno and Mount Amiata. Grapes have been grown in this area, and wine has been crafted here, since long-ago Etruscan times.
Brunello: the King of the Reds
Location
Montalcino
Duration
8
Nestled among the breathtaking hills of the Val d’Orcia nature reserve is Montalcino, a small Tuscan village and home to one of the world’s most beloved and appreciated wines: Brunello. Uncorking a bottle of Brunello di Montalcino means being transported to an enchanting universe of aromas and flavors. It’s a wine that always enchants and seduces.
Nobile di Montepulciano: a 700-year-old tradition
Location
Montepulciano
Duration
8
South of Tuscany, just a stone’s throw from Siena, lies the beautiful medieval town of Montepulciano.Enjoy a tasting of the famous Nobile di Montepulciano after strolling through Renaissance palaces, elegant piazzas, and down picturesque streets, all surrounded by splendid and enchanting views of the Val d’Orcia. This wine is called “Nobile” thanks to words by the famous poet Francesco Redi, who w
Chianti: a wine and a legend
Location
Chianti
Duration
8
A part of Tuscany that needs no introduction, Chianti is famous worldwide for its vineyards and views. Extending between the provinces of Siena, Florence, and Arezzo, the area is famous for its Chianti Classico DOCG, a wine whose history is almost as exciting as a rich historical novel! We suggest touring this area so you can “read” the area through some of its most renowned wineries.
Montefalco and Sagrantino: the king of Umbrian wines
Location
Montefalco
Duration
8
Montefalco is known as the “banister of Umbria” and called as much because the Clitunno, Topino, and Tiber valleys are visible from it. A hilltop town dense with olive trees and vines, it gives us the gift of Sagrantino. This wine is becoming increasingly popular in Italy and around the world.