Montepulciano Wine Tasting: Private Tour from Rome with Historic Cellar Visit
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Montepulciano
Embark on a private wine tasting tour from Rome to Montepulciano. Explore a historic cellar and indulge in the rich and renowned 'Nobile di Montepulciano' red wine.
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Piazza Grande a Montepulciano - Montepulciano, Siena, Montepulciano, Italy The city, full of elegant Renaissance palaces, ancient churches, charming squares and hidden corners, vast panoramas all over the wonderful Val d’Orcia and Val di Chiana valleys that surround it. Piazza Grande is the heart of Montepulciano and the setting for its main events, including the barrel-racing contest Bravio delle Botti, held in August every year and much more. A walk through Montepulciano, is the best way to view the town and its beautiful landmarks as well as to enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Montepulciano has received great emphasis following the filming of the vampire saga Twilight sequel New Moon.
What's Included
  • Typical local products (cheeses, cold cuts)
  • Visit to one of the most ancient and beautiful wine cellar
  • Private English-speaking tour escort at your disposal
  • Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
  • Typical Tuscan pasta ‘pici’
  • Wine tasting with different local wines
What's Not Included
  • Food or drink choices made outside the scope of the organized tasting tour
  • Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information

Embarking on a journey to this Wine Cellar is like travelling back in time: it encapsulates the essence of the fertile Tuscan terrain, the wine, cherished, revered and enjoyed fervently and enthusiastically by our ancient predecessors, the Etruscans, several centuries prior to the advent of Christianity. Montepulciano is renowned for its large-scale production of red wine. Its ‘Nobile di Montepulciano’ is highly esteemed not just locally, but internationally. The uniqueness of Montepulciano lies in its numerous historical wine cellars housed inside the city boundaries, carved underneath the prestigious palaces. The wine cellar you’re set to explore boasts of vast cross vaulted arches, rendering it similar to a Roman-Gothic Church.

  • Child rate applies only when shared with 2 paying adults
  • Please advice any specific dietary requirements or allergies at the time of booking
Location
Piazza Grande a Montepulciano
Pazza Grande
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Jolag1
Nov 21, 2022
Magical Montepulciano private tour - By far one of the best day trips I’ve ever had! Once I booked the tour I received welcoming correspondence from the tour company. Then came Rossana… EXCEPTIONAL! She contacted me a couple days before with confirmation of pick up et… Our driver Lucca was awesome! They were waiting outside the convertible Mercedes van for us as we walked out our front door. On the way Rossana pointed out various sites and points of interest. Recognizing that we had a late night before, we stopped for coffee along the way. Then there was our arrival to this truly magical place Montepulciano!!! There is the most breathtaking landscape that surrounds this beautiful town. We lucked out being it is close to Christmas. There was a Christmas market in the square. We walked around the charming stands. Rossana helped us with any translation along with understanding the various areas that the things were made. They also carried our purchases for us and put away safely in the van (this was especially nice after we bought wine at De’Ricci Cantine Storiche). I did not think the day could get better but I was way wrong… next was our wine tasting tour at De’Ricci which is located right in the middle of the town. Emilio was our wine tour aficionado! Not only is the wine cellar magical the history is too. I can not even to attempt to describe the cellar in fear I would not do it justice. After the tour we gathered at a table for the tasting. We tasted 6 incredible wines and enjoyed a plate of various delicious treats and pasta. I love wine and being from California with Napa and Sonoma right there I must admit I can be a bit picky. I ended up shipping 60+ bottles home and bringing 6 bottles back to our place in Rome. There were four of us in our party and each of us can’t stop talking about our incredible day. I apologize for the lengthy review but I think it’s important to know what you’re booking and with whom. I have stored Rossana’s contact information and will be booking with RomeItalyExplora for the personalized tours they provide. Absolutely incredible day, thank you Rossana for going over and above any expectation!
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J8628qfcarriew
Nov 9, 2022
Awesome Trip - One of our favorite days in Italy!! It was so nice to be picked up at our hotel and have a comfortable ride to Montepulciano. Once there we were able to see the plaza and take a tour of the stunning underground winery. Great wine, amazing views and Bianca was a fabulous guide. I would definitely go again.
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Christopher_c
Jun 25, 2022
Best Wine Tour we have ever had! - The wine tour was incredible! We fully enjoyed it all. Rossana was very knowledgeable and a wonderful guide and Luigi was an excellent driver!
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Kellypy8396ah
Feb 27, 2022
Very enjoyable day trip to Montepulciano! - With covid still being a concern in early February, I was looking for a private tour and we discovered a gem in Rosanna and Luigi! They picked us up at our Airbnb and drove us to Montepulciano and provided information about the area along the way. We had a nice walk through Montepulciano. The wine cellar was amazing! Historical! And the views of the countryside were beautiful. Everything you'd expect Tuscany to be. The wine tasting was delicious and they provided so much information. We were able to ship some home. Arrived back in Rome with plenty of time to freshen up for dinner. Rosanna was a gracious host and offered advice/tips for the rest of our trip. Highly recommend this tour!!!
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Martina
Oct 25, 2021
Amazing day with amazing wine - We had the most remarkable tour with Roseanne and Luigi. Incredible food and wine tasting with 4 different wines in one of the most incredible cellars.
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