MONTALCINO
In the Brunello vineyards
Tuscany on foot
half day / full day
One of the best known wines in the world, for many the best one.
Most tourists come to Montalcino just to taste the famous Brunello but Montalcino is much more than this.
Perched on a hill overlooking the Val d'Orcia, the most faithful ally of Siena, it was the last defensive castle against the Florentine expansion. The Sienese after losing Siena, founded the Republic of Siena in Montalcino and here they found refuge from the Medici army till 1559, date that marks the final surrender. Montalcino took its name from the holm oak woods that surround the countryside and which offer the right microclimate -together with the winds that blow from the sea - where the bunches of San Giovese Grosso grapes can mature. The Monte Amiata tops the background of this land made up of wine, history and nature that lives off agriculture and tourism.
Most tourists come to Montalcino just to taste the famous Brunello but Montalcino is much more than this.
Perched on a hill overlooking the Val d'Orcia, the most faithful ally of Siena, it was the last defensive castle against the Florentine expansion. The Sienese after losing Siena, founded the Republic of Siena in Montalcino and here they found refuge from the Medici army till 1559, date that marks the final surrender. Montalcino took its name from the holm oak woods that surround the countryside and which offer the right microclimate -together with the winds that blow from the sea - where the bunches of San Giovese Grosso grapes can mature. The Monte Amiata tops the background of this land made up of wine, history and nature that lives off agriculture and tourism.
Highlights history and nature
- Montalcino: the last castle of the Sienese Republic
- Sant'Antimo abbey: beauty and legend from Carlo Magno
- Breathtaking views on Val d'Orcia and Monte Amiata
- Land of vineyards, olive trees and woods
Highlights food and wine
- Visit, lunch and wine-tasting in a small organic winery
- Wines, Rosso and Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
- Montalcino extra virgin olive oil and honey
Prices for Hiking Nature Guide services
half day 200 eurofull day 300 euro
My tours are private, tailor-made and can be customized.
The itinerary and program will be decided together.
Prices vary according to the program, number of participants and organizational needs.
Prices include only the Hiking Nature Guide services.
Prices do not include transport, meals, tastings, tickets and any other extras.
- Clothing suitable for this type of activity is recommended. Advice for a good and safe tour
What you could see in this tour
Abbey of Sant'Antimo
MONTALCINO
farmhouses and wineries
