About this tour
Spend three and a half hours exploring Montalcino's food and wine heritage with a guide who navigates you through vineyard country to taste Brunello and the region's lesser-known saffron production. You'll sample local oils, cured meats, cheeses and honey whilst learning why this Tuscan hilltop town punches above its weight for agricultural diversity. An air-conditioned vehicle gets you between stops.
Highlights
- Guided tastings of Rosso and Brunello di Montalcino wines
- Saffron beer tasting and saffron-infused food pairings
- Bruschetta with estate olive oil and saffron oil
- Fennel salami, pecorino, ricotta with saffron honey
- Rolling vineyard landscape from climate-controlled vehicle
- Saffron cantucci biscuits and herbal tea finale
What to expect
Your guide will drive you through Montalcino's countryside, stopping to taste wines and regional specialities. You'll work through several small plates—cured meat, cheese, toasted bread with oil—paired with local Brunello and an unexpected saffron beer. The experience emphasises what grows here beyond grapes: saffron threads feature across multiple dishes, from honey drizzles to tea. Expect leisurely pacing, with time to ask questions about production methods and terroir.
Good to know
Service animals welcome. Public transport nearby if needed. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. All fitness levels suited. Gratuities not included. Bring sunglasses and comfortable clothes for vehicle travel between vineyard stops.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.