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Tuscan Cellar Tour: Wine Tasting and History
4.8
226 Ratings
Montepulciano
Journeying to this Cellar is like stepping back in time. It embodies the bounty of the beautiful Tuscan soil - wine. This wine, deeply revered and cherished, was joyously drank and tended to with enthusiasm and resolve by our forebears, the Etruscans, several centuries before the Christian era.
Journeying to this Cellar is like stepping back in time. It embodies the bounty of the beautiful Tuscan soil - wine. This wine, deeply revered and cherished, was joyously drank and tended to with enthusiasm and resolve by our forebears, the Etruscans, several centuries before the Christian era.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Via Ricci, 13 - Adhering to the tradition of producing exceptional red wines, and following the guidelines for aging in wooden containers, this location boasts an array of large Slavonian oak casks, meticulously maintained, housing thousands of hectoliters of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, alongside numerous tonneaux and barriques crafted from…
- Via Ricci, 13 - Adhering to the tradition of producing exceptional red wines, and following the guidelines for aging in wooden containers, this location boasts an array of large Slavonian oak casks, meticulously maintained, housing thousands of hectoliters of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, alongside numerous tonneaux and barriques crafted from premium French oak.
In the other sections of the age-old wine cellar, one is gradually ushered into the subterranean layers of soft tufa stone, leading to dimly lit, evocative tunnel pathways where fossils have been unearthed, indicating the cellar’s ancient past.
What's Included
- Wine tasting session
- Savor bruschetta with fine extra virgin olive oil
- Guided cellar tour
- Wine tasting session
- Savor bruschetta with fine extra virgin olive oil
- Guided cellar tour
What's Not Included
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Transportation to/from attractions
Meal Options
- Wine Tasting - 6 wines DOC and DOCG di Montepulciano: usually a Supertuscan, Nobile, Nobile Riserva;
- Food Tasting - bruschetta with extra-virgin olive oil
- Wine Tasting - 6 wines DOC and DOCG di Montepulciano: usually a Supertuscan, Nobile, Nobile Riserva;
- Food Tasting - bruschetta with extra-virgin olive oil
Additional Information
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- The cellar is located in the center of Montepulciano, a no-car zone. Recommended parking lots: “Parking S. Donato” or “Parking P8”
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- The cellar is located in the center of Montepulciano, a no-car zone. Recommended parking lots: “Parking S. Donato” or “Parking P8”
Location
Via Ricci, 13
Via Ricci
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(226 Ratings)
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Fandango98
Oct 17, 2024
Spectacular experience as a wine enthusiast. - One of the most spectacular wine cellars among deep ancient city walls. The tour guide was a pleasure to listen to and he was very knowledgeable. We ordered wine shipped to the USA.
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Timmo4762zu
Oct 7, 2024
Great tour of the caves below Montepulciano - Very cool wine caves below Montepulciano. Guides gaves us some history and the wine tasting was very good. We ordered some wine to be shipped back.
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Annette_t
Oct 5, 2024
Amazing - Ron was an amazing tour guide. Shared the history of Da Ricci. He was engaging and witty. Really enjoyed the whole tour.
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Wendy_r
Oct 5, 2024
A Must Do In Montepulciano - This tour was a highlight of our time in Italy. Wine cellar in a cave in centre of town is very unique. Staff and our guide were all so passionate about the industry and this beautiful setting. Thoroughly recommend.
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P3570egcathyr
Sep 25, 2024
Wine tasting experience. - Excellent experience and wine tasting. Our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. Enjoyed all six wines and food pairing. Highly recommend the tour!
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661antoniettac
Sep 23, 2024
Immersion in the history of a Nobile wine - The cellar is charming. The high vaults of the caves dug into the tuff captivate the eye. We were lucky enough to have as Guide the Owner, very passionate, who explained aspects not only related to the production of wine, but also to the historical context of the period in which the cellar was dug in Montepulciano, the function of wine at that time (the cellar, one of the oldest in Europe, dates back to 1300) and why it is called Nobile. The visit ended with a wine tasting accompanied by Christian cold cuts and cheeses. All very interesting and wines from 10.
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Cindy_b
Sep 22, 2024
Wonderful tour and tasting - The tour was fantastic ! It was about the history of the de’Ricci family ,the making of the wine, current family operating the winery and less about the actual process of making wine ( we have all been on those tours). The tasting was well done in a large room that was well decorated. The staff we all very friendly. Highly recommend.
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Angela_p
Sep 15, 2024
Fun experience. Would recommend for anyone that likes wine. - Nice experience. Had a great time. Tour guide was very informative. Wines and snacks very tasty. Wine cellar very cool.
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Kayla_d
Sep 15, 2024
Cool history - Great tour, very interesting. God did he dish the best English and he was not super personable but still had a good time. Wine was good.
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Jayashree_m
Sep 15, 2024
Amazing experience! - An amazing tour - highly recommend it! Our guide Frederico was so knowledgeable and with a good sense of humor! The owner Enrico helped us place the order (as we bought some - excellent wine!) and he was so engaging and personable too! The wine tasting was so much fun - we had 6 different types along with bruschetta and bread in between. The cellar dates back to the 11th or 12th century and was amazing to see as well!
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