San Gimignano Wine & Olive Oil Tasting: Organic farm, 45 minutes

Four wines and three oils, tasted in a rustic house overlooking the Vernaccia vineyard

A 45-minute wine and olive oil tasting at Podere la Marronaia, a family-run organic farm just a walk from San Gimignano's historic center. A family member guides you through four biodynamic wines and three extra virgin oils produced on-site, with bread and snacks, in a room with views across the countryside. Minimum two people per booking. Minimum drinking age 18.

Step-by-step itinerary

Wine and olive oil tasting experience

• Walk to family-run farm
• Learn about biodynamic farming
• Enjoy guided wine tasting
• Taste extra virgin olive oils
• Sample bread and snacks

The experience

Forty-five minutes is enough to step away from San Gimignano's towers and into the rhythm of the farm. Podere la Marronaia sits within walking distance of the town center but surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, with the Vernaccia vineyard visible from the tasting room. The farm converted all cultivation to organic methods in 2000 and became certified organic in 2003, using only natural products and working with the soil's own fertility rather than against it.

A family member leads the tasting in English or Italian, walking you through four wines (Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG, Chianti Colli Senesi DOCG, Rosato IGT Toscano, and Sangiovese IGT Rosso Toscano), and three extra virgin oils: natural, chili-pepper flavored, and truffle. Bread and small snacks arrive with the tasting, and bottled water is included. The tasting room, Sosta Alle Colonne, is set up to let you linger and ask questions without rushing through the lineup.

What’s included

• Tasting of four organic wines produced on-site.
• tasting of three extra virgin olive oils from the farm.
• bread and small snacks.
• bottled water.
• guidance from a family member in English or Italian.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to Saturday14 departure times: the first at 10:30, the last at 17:00

Book up to20h before

AgesAdult (18 to 90 years) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by Podere la Marronaia

Is this one for you?Book this if you're staying in San Gimignano and want to taste wines and oils in one afternoon without blocking out a full half-day at one stop.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

What wines will I taste at the farm?

The tasting includes four wines: Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG bio, Chianti Colli Senesi DOCG, Rosato IGT Toscano, and Sangiovese IGT Rosso Toscano. All are produced on-site using organic or biodynamic methods.

How many olive oils are in the tasting?

Three extra virgin oils are included: natural, flavored with chili pepper, and truffle-infused. All are made at the farm from olives grown on the property.

Is the farm accessible from San Gimignano town center?

The tasting venue is within walking distance of San Gimignano's historic center and is wheelchair accessible. Public transportation options are available nearby if you prefer not to walk.

What's the minimum group size for a booking?

A minimum of two people is required per booking. The tasting is led by a family member who speaks English or Italian.

Can I visit if I'm pregnant?

This experience is not recommended for pregnant travelers. All other fitness levels are welcome, and the minimum drinking age is 18.