PO Box 13349 Des Moines, IA 50310-0349
(515) 287 3170

Tuscany Wines

Day Trip, Private Tour
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Calling all wine lovers: here is your chance to see what it is like to be a winemaker as you experience the entire winemaking process from vine to bottle.

Tuscany Wines

Embark on an immersive journey into the heart of Tuscan winemaking, where tradition and craftsmanship come together for an unforgettable experience. Guided by a wine expert, you'll explore the entire winemaking process, from grape selection to bottling, while learning about vinification techniques and the fundamentals of wine pairing.

Your experience begins with a walk through the vineyard, where you'll gain insight into grape cultivation and harvesting. From there, step into the cellar, where you'll witness the transformation of grapes into wine. Enjoy a progressive tasting, sampling wines at different stages of aging, from those maturing in barrique barrels to perfectly finished vintages. During the tasting, you will sample Prosecco DOC, Pinot Grigio DOC, and Rose IGT. Additionally, you'll have the unique opportunity to taste wines directly from the wooden barrels, including Sangiovese, the native grape variety that will become Monteregio di Massa Marittima, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, which will develop into the Super Tuscan Docet IGT, and Syrah, which will become the Super Tuscan Sustinet IGT. All these wines, along with their final bottled versions, will be part of your tasting experience. The last three wines will be expertly paired with cold cuts, salami, and pasta, followed by a delightful sweet ending with cantucci biscuits and vin santo dessert wine.

To further enhance your tasting, savor a locally inspired lunch featuring a platter of Tuscan cured meats and cheeses, a handcrafted pasta dish from the menu, and traditional cantucci biscuits with vin santo dessert wine.

This experience offers a perfect blend of education, tradition, and flavor, making it a must for wine lovers and food enthusiasts alike.

 
Tour Type
Private
 
Group Size
Small
 
Activity Type(s)
Culinary / Food
 
Tour Duration
5 Hours
 
Activity Level
Easy
 
Tour Leaves From
An approximate 5 to 10-minute taxi (not included, approximately 10 EUR each way) is required to reach your departure location. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.
 
Food/Beverage Provided
A wine tasting featuring Prosecco DOC, Pinot Grigio DOC, Rosé IGT, Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah and a light lunch with cold cuts, salami, pasta, Tuscan cured meats and cheeses, cantucci biscuits, and vin santo dessert wine are included.
 
Special Instructions
We recommend wearing comfortable, weather appropriate clothing and flat walking shoes.
 
Restrictions
Guests must be able to get in and out of transportation, this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Interests
  • Educational and Learning
  • Wine
Location Overview
Italy
From Shore Excursions Group
From Shore Excursions Group
Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.