San Gimignano: Organic Winery Tour & 8-Wine Tasting Lunch

Summary

Organic wine tasting and Tuscan flavors near San Gimignano

You’ll wander through vineyards and gardens near San Gimignano with a local guide before tasting eight organic wines paired with cheeses, cold cuts, and fresh olive oil. Enjoy homemade chocolate pralines and end on sweet Vin Santo with cantucci as sunlight fades over Tuscany. It’s slow-paced, welcoming—and might change how you think about wine forever.

What’s the experience like?

"Try this—tell me what you taste," Paolo said, holding out a glass of Vernaccia that caught the afternoon light just right. I was still thinking about the way the air smelled outside—like wild herbs and something sweet from the orchard—when we’d first wandered up the gravel path to the old farmhouse. There was a quiet hum from bees in the vegetable garden, and I caught myself grinning at how unhurried it all felt. Our guide (Paolo, whose family has run this place for ages) started us with a tiny aperitivo under an olive tree before leading us past rows of vines and into the vinsantaia. I didn’t expect to be so interested in old farming tools, but he had stories for everything—like how his grandfather pressed olives by hand, or why they keep certain barrels in shadowed corners.

The wine tasting itself was kind of overwhelming—in a good way. Eight different wines lined up in front of us, each with its own backstory. I liked the "Arturo" Sangiovese best (Paolo paired it with some chocolate pralines that made everyone at the table go quiet for a second). The cheese and cold cuts came from neighbors down the road; you could actually taste the difference—maybe that’s just my imagination, but it felt like everything belonged together on that wooden board. Someone asked about the Chianti Colli Senesi and Paolo launched into this long explanation about soil and sun—half of which I forgot, but it made me want to pay more attention next time I buy wine at home.

By dessert (Vin Santo with Cantucci), we were all leaning back in our chairs, watching late sunlight slip over San Gimignano’s towers in the distance. The olive oil tasted grassy and sharp—I dipped bread in it until someone laughed at how much I’d used. There was something about sitting there with people I’d only just met, hands sticky from chocolate and crumbs everywhere, that felt really honest. If you’re looking for a day trip from San Gimignano or even coming from Florence, this organic winery tour is one of those things that lingers—you know?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Guided tour and wine tasting

• Welcome aperitif
• Visit vegetable garden and orchard
• Explore vineyard and olive grove
• See vinsantaia and historical cellar
• View collection of farming tools
• Taste 8 organic wines
• Sample cold cuts, cheeses, and garden products
• Taste organic extra virgin olive oil
• Enjoy Vin Santo and Tuscan Cantucci dessert

Top questions

How many wines are included in the tasting?

The tasting includes eight organic wines from the winery’s production.

Is lunch included during the winery tour?

The experience includes cheeses, cold cuts from local farms, vegetables from the garden, artisanal chocolate pralines, and dessert with Vin Santo and cantucci.

Is this organic winery tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

Where is the winery located?

The winery is near San Gimignano in Tuscany.

Are transportation options accessible for strollers or prams?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller during the visit.

Does this day trip include pickup service?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; guests arrive directly at the winery near San Gimignano.

Can pregnant travelers join this wine tour?

The experience is not recommended for pregnant travelers.

What is served for dessert on this tour?

Tuscan Cantucci biscuits served with Vin Santo del Chianti "Curato".

Is bottled water provided during the tasting?

Yes, bottled water is included during your visit.

What’s included

Your day at this family-run organic winery near San Gimignano includes a guided walk through vineyards, orchards, olive groves and cellars; tastings of eight estate-produced organic wines; fresh cheeses and cold cuts from local farms; vegetables straight from their garden; extra virgin olive oil sampling; artisanal chocolate pralines; bottled water; plus classic Tuscan dessert—cantucci biscuits dipped in Vin Santo—all enjoyed at your own pace before heading home full (and maybe just a bit tipsy).