Chianti Rufina Castle and Villa Wine Tour
Castles, Vineyards & Exquisite Wines in Chianti Rufina
About This Tour
Explore the Chianti Rufina wine region on this immersive 7-hour tour, visiting historic medieval castles and villas that have shaped this picturesque landscape for centuries. Taste prestigious Chianti wines guided by an expert local sommelier, accompanied by a traditional Tuscan lunch featuring fresh local produce.
Highlights
- Visit renowned Chianti wine estates within historic medieval castles and villas
- Guided tastings of Chianti Classico Regular, Reserve, and Super Tuscan wines
- Traditional Tuscan lunch featuring fresh local ingredients
- Learn the region's winemaking traditions from an expert local guide
Itinerary
Pickup
Meet your guide at the tour's meeting point and head into the Chianti Rufina countryside.
Historic estate — vineyard walk & tasting
Visit a wine estate set within a medieval castle or villa, with a guided tasting of Chianti Rufina wines.
Second estate — Reserve & Super Tuscan tasting
Taste Chianti Classico Reserve and Super Tuscan wines at a second historic property, followed by a traditional Tuscan lunch.
Countryside views
A scenic stop to take in the castles and vineyards that define the Chianti Rufina landscape.
Return
Drop-off back at the meeting point.
The Wineries
Meeting Point
Lungarno Cellini 33, Florence
Tour Area
Cancellation Policy
| Notice before departure | Charge |
|---|---|
| More than 14 days | No charge |
| 48 hours – 14 days | 50% of tour price |
| Less than 48 hours | 80% of tour price |
| No-show | 100% of tour price |
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Chianti Rufina different from Chianti Classico?
Rufina is a much smaller subzone northeast of Florence, at higher altitude with cooler temperatures and rockier soil. Its wines tend to be more acid-driven and elegant than the fuller-bodied style of Chianti Classico.
Are the wineries really inside a castle or villa?
Yes — this route specifically visits historic estates set within a medieval castle or villa, combining the wine tasting with a bit of Tuscan architecture and history.
Will I be sharing the tour with other travelers?
Yes — this is a small-group tour with a maximum of 8 participants, typically a mix of couples, friends and solo travelers. It is a good option if you would rather not book an entire private vehicle.
Reviews
Odassis Ibarra
Matteo was our guide and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. His knowledge and enthusiasm for wine and the history was contagious! We highly recommend anyone visiting the area to book a tour. We very much enjoyed the wineries selected, delicious lunch, and appreciated the time spent at each location. Not rushed, very well-paced.
Chianti Rufina Castle and Villa Wine TourErina Foote
10 stars for Andrea, our guide!! My husband and I went on the Chianti Rufina Castle and Villa Wine Tour. It was fabulous!! We can’t decide what was the best part, the history from each winery, the wonderful owners/staff at each place, or Andrea. Everything was incredible and has been a highlight of our trip. A special thank you to Andrea. You truly made our day :)
Chianti Rufina Castle and Villa Wine TourJoel Hermansen
Today we had a magical wine tour with Andrea! If you are considering coming to the region, you will be ecstatic that you signed up for this tour! I had very high expectations, going into the wine tour, as a result of many of the reviews on this website. However, nothing could've prepared me for the fantastic journey that we had with a brilliant tour guide today. If you are even considering doing this wine tour, please don't hesitate, and if possible, request Andrea, who is a magical guide. Our tour consisted of a visit to historic wineries in the Rufina area. I had an accomplished understanding of the region's history going in, and I was delighted by the amount of knowledge that I was able to learn today. Andrea is able to effectively guide, nurture, and enrich very experienced wine connoisseur's, and people who are brand new to wine. I am so grateful that he was a part of our wine journey today. He is a very gifted teacher, wine expert, and storyteller. The rating I give is 100 out of 100, A+, mastery, or five stars--pick your system!
Chianti Rufina Castle and Villa Wine TourJoel Hermansen
My husband and I were fortunate to spend the entire day with Andrea. He is knowledable, charismatic, easy going, and welcomes questions. We learned a lot about wine and the process behind it, but also about the fascinating family histories of the two Tuscan wineries we visited. He has good relationships with the families he works with and speaking with and learning from the families directly is part of the tour. Andrea took a genuine interest in learning about us and our life in Wisconsin. He can easily engage in a contemplative conversation but also banter light heartedly. We have been in Italy for ten days and today was my favorite day. I highly recommend this tour with Andrea!
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