What is an aperitivo? And how do you enjoy it?

If you want to experience local culture in Italy, be sure to take part in aperitivo hour.Afterall, it’s a time-honored Italian tradition that brings people together.In North America, you might think of it as happy hour. But Italian aperitivo isn’t…

What are the benefits of organic wine?

Grape harvesting by hand

What does it mean when we talk about organic wine? And are there really benefits todrinking organic wine?On our wine tours in Tuscany, we make it a priority to visit family-run organic wineries.For us, it’s not about a trendy buzzword.It’s…

Corks vs. Screw Caps on Wine: Which is Better?

Wine cork

One of the age-old debates in the world of wine is whether corks or screw caps arebetter for sealing those precious bottles.The question sometimes comes up during our Tuscany wine tours when guests noticethat all Chianti wine bottles have corks.Why…

The best way to get from Florence to San Gimignano

Vineyard in the hills of tuscany near San Gimignano, Italy

So, you want to take a day trip from Florence to the medieval town of San Gimignano?  A UNESCO World Heritage site, the Tuscan hill town is known for its 14 majestic towers and its famous white wine, Vernaccia di…

Discover the Best Summer Wine Tours in Florence and Tuscany

Best things to do in Florence in the summer

Experience the finest summer wine tours in Florence and Tuscany. Join our exclusive Italian wine tours and savor the richness of Tuscan wines with our expert guides. It’s no surprise that Florence wine tours have become a quintessential summer activity.…

How to taste wine: Five easy steps

If you’re planning to take a wine tour in Tuscany, you might be wondering how to tastewine like a pro.The first thing you should know is that there is no right or wrong way to do a winetasting. The most…

Discover the Finest Florence Wine Tours and Authentic Tuscan Wine Gifts

Are you looking for the perfect gift for a wine lover? We’re certain that even the most discerning wine enthusiast will be thrilled to get a wine tour Florence or a special bottle of Tuscan wine. After all, Tuscany is…

Should you drink an old bottle of wine?

Suppose you find a 50-year-old bottle of Chianti in the cellar. Can you still drink it? It’s a question we’re often asked on our Tuscany wine tours. Sometimes, people buy wine and want to save it for a special occasion. But don’t…

How Cabernet Sauvignon grapes became popular in Tuscan wine

Guests on our wine tours from Florence are often surprised to learn that local winemakers sometimes use Cabernet Sauvignon grapes in Tuscan wine. How did a grape that originated in France make it into quintessential Tuscan wines, like Chianti? In…