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Thumbnail Cheese and Wine at "AMOREMIO" Wine Shop in Montepulciano
Montepulciano, Siena (Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 20
From €45.00
“Taste the very interesting organic wine of Croce di Febo in the city center of Montepulciano”
Thumbnail Boscarelli Experience - Light Lunch & Tasting at Poderi Boscarelli
Montepulciano, Siena (Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
2 Hours
Participants: Minimum 4, Maximum 15
From €60.00
“A complete experience at Poderi Boscarelli, dedicated to the most curious ones. Tour and tasting of 6 wines paired with a light lunch”
Thumbnail From grapes to wine - biodynamic tasting experience at Croce di Febo
Montepulciano, Siena (Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 20
From €35.00
“Wine tour of Croce di Febo to discover a terroir while talking with a wine maker and tasting unique wines”
Thumbnail INTRODUCTION TO WINE: qualities & faults. Wine making, tasting, service and food at La Ciarliana
Montepulciano, Siena (Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 50
From €29.00
“A super informative wine training course. Your ultimate wine experience. Become a superb wine expert!!!”
Thumbnail Not the Usual Cheesy Tasting in the heart of Siena
Siena City, Siena (Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 1, Maximum 8
From €50.00
“Not the usual standardized & boring tasting that seems like a school class! Taste 9 food and wine products led by a wine hospitality expert”
Thumbnail Icario Introduction
4.91 (11 Reviews)

Icario Introduction

Montepulciano, Siena (Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
20 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 1, Maximum Not Specified
From €24.00
“Welcome to the Icario winery, where you can taste quality wines in a unique setting.”
Thumbnail Prestige Lunch experience at Icario winery
Montepulciano, Siena (Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
3 Hours
Participants: Minimum 4, Maximum Not Specified
From €220.00
“An experience of luxury, privacy and knowledge, discovering the dishes and wines of this incredible territory.”
Thumbnail Wine Tasting Experience at Ercolani winery
Montepulciano, Siena (Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
2 Hours
Participants: Minimum 4, Maximum 80
From €33.00
“Visit to the Underground City with final tasting of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano in combination with local products”
Thumbnail Winemakers for a day at Ercolani Montepulciano
Montepulciano, Siena (Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
6 Hours
Participants: Minimum 1, Maximum Not Specified
From €80.00
“Experience a new adventure directly in contact with the vines”
Thumbnail As if you were a professional sommelier at La Ciarliana
Montepulciano, Siena (Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
2 Hours
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 50
From €46.00
“Are you tired of the dull wine tours? Let’s play the main role and act as a professional sommelier”
Thumbnail Guide book inspector for a day at La Ciarliana
Montepulciano, Siena (Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
2 Hours
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 50
From €46.00
“Are you tired of the dull wine tours? Let’s play the main role and become a book wine guide inspector for one day”
Thumbnail Wine influencer for a day at La Ciarliana
Montepulciano, Siena (Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
2 Hours
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 50
From €46.00
“Are you tired of the dull wine tours? Let’s play the main role and become a wine blogger for one day”
Thumbnail Truffle Hunting Adventure at Ercolani winery
Montepulciano, Siena (Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum Not Specified
From €50.00
“Join our experts and our sweet dogs on a unique adventure in a truffle patch!”
Thumbnail Wine Tour at Ercolani Montepulciano winery
Montepulciano, Siena (Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
4 Hours
Participants: Minimum 4, Maximum 80
From €58.00
“Complete tour of Ercolani farm with final light lunch”
Thumbnail Cooking class and wine tasting at Ercolani Montepulciano winery
Montepulciano, Siena (Montepulciano, Val d'Orcia, Valdichiana)
4 Hours
Participants: Minimum 4, Maximum Not Specified
From €125.00
“Typical Tuscan cooking lessons with preparation of a menu of your choice”

More information on Valdichiana

The Valdichiana, or Chiana Valley, is located in Tuscany, between the provinces of Siena and Arezzo. Scattered across this valley, stretching from north to south for about 100 kilometers, you will find fascinating medieval villages, secular vineyards, grazing lands and, needless to say, several beautiful wineries that you can visit for a wine tasting.

During your wine tastings in Valdichiana, you will be able to taste both high-quality red and white wines. Winemaking in fact is deeply rooted in the traditions of this area, where already the Etruscans produced fine wine centuries ago. While some northern parts of the valley are still included in the Chianti production area, in the remaining part of Valdichiana the majority of wine produced falls under the appellation of Valdichiana Toscana DOC, which includes white, red, rosé, sparkling and passito (raisin) wines.

Which food to taste in Valdichiana?

Your wine tastings in Valdichiana will give you the opportunity to discover some of the lesser-known wines of Tuscany. During your time in this area, make sure to explore the local cuisine as well, rich in traditional dishes that tell the story of this territory. Some must-tries are ribollita (Tuscan vegetable soup), pappa al pomodoro (a tomato and bread-based soup), pici all’aglione (pici pasta with a garlicky tomato sauce made with a specific garlic variety grown in Valdichiana) and Chianina steak.

Which wines to taste in Valdichiana?

When visiting the wineries of Valdichiana you will come across various grape varieties. The local white grape varieties include Trebbiano Toscano, Malvasia Bianca and Grechetto, while the international varieties include Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris. As for the black grape varieties, the most widespread is Sangiovese, used as a base for Valdichiana Toscana red and rosé wines, while other local varieties such as Canaiolo Nero, used for blending, are also found.

Which is the best season to visit Valdichiana?

The best seasons to plan your wine tastings and winery visits in Valdichiana are either spring, when nature starts blooming and the days get longer, or autumn, when the hills of Valdichiana get tinged in autumnal colors. During summer, you can escape from the heat on the higher hills surrounding the valley.

What things to do in Valdichiana?

In Valdichiana, you will be able to enjoy various interesting wine tasting and winery visits. While in the area, make sure to stop and admire some of its most important sites, such as the city of Arezzo and its historical center, the town of Cortona, or the fascinating villages of Foiano della Chiana, Monte San Savino and Castiglion Fiorentino.