Marvelous Chianti Castle Wine Tour

Stunning award winning castle estate, spectacular cellars, wine tasting, light lunch

Visit a fabulous historic castle wine estate deep in the Chianti hills with fantastic views of

the Tuscan countryside. This award winning estate not only produces wines but also quality

virgin olive oil and superb saffron. The 12th century castle featured is the very place the

ruling noble families plotted the famous bloody coup and assassination that occurred

during mass in Florence’s cathedral in 1478. Your guide will fill you in on the fascinating

lifestyles of the Medieval and Renaissance families that reigned over the Tuscan

countryside as well as give a light enjoyable insight into history of wine, saffron and olive

growing from Roman times. Enjoy visiting the castle’s atmospheric cellars and learn a little

about wine production as well as taste wines and olive oil with a light lunch.

Your guide will stroll with you amongst the estates’ vineyards, olive groves and saffron

‘fields’, as well as sharing know-how on the fascinating current day Renaissance on Tuscan

saffron production.