How to talk about wine like a pro

How to talk about wine like a pro

Don’t know a Super Tuscan from a Chianti? Not sure how to talk about wine in a restaurant? Don’t worry. We’ve got you covered with this easy cheat sheet that will have you talking about wine like a pro in…

How to pair wine and chocolate

How to pair wine and chocolate

Wine and chocolate can be a pair made in heaven.  Of course, our idea of mouth-watering nirvana is a luscious Super Tuscan wine from Chianti paired with silky dark chocolate. But the pairing has to be right to reach this…

4 Ways to Tell if a Wine Has Gone Bad

4 Ways to tell if wine has gone bad

One of the most common questions we get on our Tuscan wine tours is about how to tell when a wine has gone bad. Suppose you’re looking forward to a nice glass of wine, but something about it tastes off. …

4 Must-Do Activities in Florence for Wine Lovers

4 things to do in Florence for wine lovers

Indulge in Chianti and Super Tuscan Wines Many are drawn to Florence, not just for its art treasures but as a prime destination for Tuscan wine enthusiasts. Imagine embarking on a Tuscany wine tour, sipping a glass of exquisite Chianti…

The History of Chianti – From the Romans to Today Part. 2

History of Chianti

The Renaissance and the Medici’s Chianti The history of Chianti continues with Medici, who had their hands in Chianti. They created the Chianti Classico area we keep talking about. In 1716, Grand Duke Cosimo III de’ Medici was ruling over Florence.…

The History of Chianti – From the Romans to Today Part. 1

History of Chianti

It’s almost every wine-lovers dream: sitting out on a sprawling terrace with a glass of sparkling ruby red Chianti (and hopefully the bottle nearby – just uncorked), while looking out onto the rolling hills filled with vineyards and olive groves…

Wine Festival in Greve in Chianti

Greve in Chianti Wine Festival

Who needs an excuse to tour Tuscany? An opportunity to travel the Tuscan countryside is everyone’s dream. A landscape dotted with ancient farmhouses, olive groves and charming towns with vineyards everywhere you look. What better reason to visit Tuscany than…

Tuscan Sweet Wine: Vin Santo

Sweet wine Vinsanto

The Chianti area is famous for the Chianti Classico wine, which is mostly made with Sangiovese grapes. This beautiful region produces also wonderful white wines. The most famous of them is a sweet white wine: Vin Santo del Chianti. This…

Best Tuscan Red Wines: A Guide to Italy’s Finest

red wine glass

Tuscany: An Italian Wine Region Par Excellence Tuscany is one of Italy’s most highly visited region with over 10 million visitors annually known for its amazing art, architecture, landscapes, culinary excellence and wines. Notably, the Tuscan wine region stands out…