Chianti: Montefioralle Winery Tour & Wine Tasting with Snacks

Summary

Montefioralle’s hillside wines, tiny cellars and Tuscan views in Chianti

You’ll sip different vintages of Chianti Classico right where they’re made, walk through Montefioralle’s small cellar with a local guide, and try Tuscan snacks overlooking the countryside. Expect warm conversation, honest flavors, and plenty of stories — plus a view you might keep thinking about long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

You’re just there — standing at the edge of the Montefioralle hill, vines all around, and that old stone village behind you. I remember how the air smelled faintly sweet, like cut grass and something almost herbal. Our guide, Marta, waved us over to this wooden table set up outside (she joked the wind sometimes steals napkins), and poured a splash of Chianti Classico. The glass was cool in my hand; the wine tasted sharper than I expected but mellowed after a bite of salty cheese. I’m not sure if it was the view or just sitting out there with strangers who felt oddly familiar, but I didn’t want to rush.

We wandered through their tiny cellar — honestly, you have to duck your head in spots — and Marta explained the whole process from grape to bottle. She pointed out which barrels held Riserva and which were for Vin Santo (that one smelled like dried apricots if you leaned close). I asked about the difference between vintages and she grinned, “It’s mostly patience…and weather.” There was something comforting about how casual it all felt. No big speeches or sales pitch; just stories about their family picking grapes every autumn.

The snacks were simple: bread with olive oil, a few slices of salami. Nothing fancy but somehow exactly right between sips. We tried two Chianti Classicos side by side — 2018 and 2019 — and even though I’m no expert, I could taste what Marta meant about time changing things. Someone tried to say “grazie” with a mouthful of bread; everyone laughed. It’s funny what sticks with you after a day trip in Chianti — not just the wine but little moments like that.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Wine tasting and vineyard tour

• Arrive at Montefioralle Winery
• Taste Chianti Classico wines
• Enjoy lighter snacks with wine
• Visit vineyards and winery
• Learn wine production process

Top questions

Is this Montefioralle Winery tour suitable for kids?

Yes, infants and small children can join; strollers are allowed.

What wines are included in the tasting?

You’ll taste Chianti Classico (2018 & 2019), Riserva 2018, and Vin Santo del Chianti Classico 2017.

Are snacks provided during the wine tasting?

Yes, lighter snacks like bread with olive oil and salami are served to pair with the wines.

Where does the wine tasting take place?

Tastings are either outdoors among vineyards or in a small room above the cellar depending on weather.

How long is the walk through the vineyard or cellar?

The visit includes a short stroll through vineyards and a guided look inside their small winery on-site.

Is this tour accessible for people with limited mobility?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels; strollers are allowed.

Are service animals permitted at Montefioralle Winery?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this tour.

Does this day trip include pickup from hotels in Chianti or Florence?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; guests make their own way to Montefioralle Winery.

What’s included

Your visit covers several tastings of Montefioralle’s own wines—Chianti Classico from different years, Riserva, and Vin Santo—plus simple Tuscan snacks served alongside. A local guide leads you through both vineyard rows and their compact cellar right on site. Service animals are welcome, kids can come along in strollers if needed, and everything happens at an easygoing pace among some of Chianti’s best scenery.