Small-Group Brunello di Montalcino Wine-Tasting Trip from Siena

Overview

Available languages

English

9 hours

Mobile ticket

Brunello di Montalcino, a collector’s favorite, is internationally recognized as one of the best Italian red wines. On this full-day guided tour from Siena, discover the cellars where these incredible wines age, meet the local producers, and learn about the passion that goes into making this wine. Enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch at a winery and spend time relaxing at your leisure in the village of Montalcino before exploring the mystical abbey of Sant'Antimo. Visit a total of three wineries in the region, tasting unique creations at each one.

Numbers are limited to eight people on this small-group tour, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your guide.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Customers who have not reached Italy's legal drinking age of 18 will not be served alcohol

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

at family run winery

Air-conditioned vehicle

Visit to wine cellars and wine tasting

Local Guide

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

Meet your guide in front of the church of San Domenico in Siena at 9:30am and travel south to the famous wine hill of Montalcino. Enjoy a first stop at a small winery, walk along the rows of vines, explore the cellars and learn about the different barrels that can be used to make this 5-year old, prestigious wine. Enjoy an introductory tasting of the famous Rosso and Brunello di Montalcino wine and contemplate its complexities and legendary aging potential. Visit the hill town of Montalcino, the fortress where the brave soldiers of the Republic of Siena made their last stand against Florence and the town's squares and streets. Be welcomed into a family-run winery, meet its owners, winemakers or workers and take a visit around the farm before sitting down to enjoy a traditional Tuscan meal accompanied by the farm's delicious wines. Enjoy a brief visit to the mystical Abbey of Sant'Antimo, a church that was once part of a large Benedictine monastery and enjoy its peace and tranquility. Visit a third winery to deepen your understanding of the wine making processes and sit down for another tasting of this nectar of the gods before the comfortable drive back to Siena.

Sample Menu

starter

traditional Tuscan starter

local cold cuts and cheeses with bruschetta (toasted bread) with extra virgin olive oil, with fresh tomatoes or with other toppings (olive patè)

main

Pasta with sauce

Tagliatelle or other local pasta with sauce (tomato sauce, meat sauce or pesto)

dessert

cake and coffee or biscuits and wine

cake with coffee or almond buscuits with dessert wine are typical ways to end a meal in Tuscany

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Small-Group Brunello di Montalcino Wine-Tasting Trip from Siena

Reviews

4.92

877 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

829

A Day You’ll Never Forget
Lisa S,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00
From start to finish it was pure joy! Our driver and tour guide Mattia (not sure of spelling) was amazing. A former wine-maker, he was incredibly knowledgeable, but he was also funny (he told some good jokes), thoughtful (the van AC was also on when we returned to it), and helpful in every way. He made the trip 100x better. The three wineries we visited were absolutely charming, and the wines were delicious. Lunch at the home of one of the wine-makers was a highlight for sure. To be invited to their dining table and to feast on bruschetta, cheese, potatoes, pasta, bread, plus dessert and cafe was a wonderful experience. Another highlight was a short but unforgettable stop at an abbey, where we basked in the peacefulness while listening to the monks chant and sing. Now THAT’S not something you get to do every day! An hour or so to wander around Montalcino was also enjoyable. Can we talk about the scenery for a second?!? My gosh, often, it looks too beautiful to even be real! It’s a feast for the eyes and truly brings peace to mind, body, and soul just looking at it. Simply gorgeous views everywhere you look. Brunello happens to be my favorite wine and to learn more about how is it made - the love and care they put into the process - was fantastic! I will never look at a glass of Brunello or Rosso di Montalcino the same way again! Book this experience! You will NOT be sorry.
A m a z i n g !
Brandon K,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Daniele was an incredible guide. My wife and I could not have imagined a better experience. He was so knowledgeable and made the experience unforgettable. I’m not even a wine drinker and I’d repeat this experience 100 more times.
The best wine tour...
Daniel F,
Jun 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The best wine tour around. Emanuele is the best guide in Siena! Will take you to local, non commercial wineries, and you get to meet the people behind the wine. Would highly recommend.
Great tour of Montalcino & Brunello wineries
Pamela F,
Jun 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great tour and lots of fun. Visited 3 wineries innMontalcino and had a wonderful lunch at one of them.
Wow!!
Gabrielle P,
Jun 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00
WOW! What a wonderful experience. Our guide Guillermo was perfect. The vineyards were well selected, excellent wine, delicious lunch. Everything was perfect. I recommend 100%!!