Siena: Organic Wine Tour & Tasting with Tuscan Lunch

Summary

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You’ll walk Siena’s countryside vineyards with a local guide who knows every vine by heart. Taste organic wines straight from the source in their cellar, then sit down to a light Tuscan lunch made from seasonal ingredients—all just minutes from medieval Siena. Expect real stories, real flavors, and maybe even a laugh or two you’ll remember later.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the way the air changed as we stepped out of the car—sort of earthy, a little sweet, like crushed leaves and something floral I couldn’t name. We were barely outside Siena, but it felt like another world already. Our guide, Pietro, waved us over by the rows of vines and started talking about how each season changes everything here. He handed me a bit of soil—dry but somehow cool—and explained (with more patience than I deserved) why organic grapes are fussier but worth it. I think I nodded like I understood all the genetics stuff, but honestly, I just liked listening to him talk about his family’s land.

Inside the cellar it was cooler and smelled faintly of yeast and wood. Pietro showed us these huge barrels and let us peek at wine in different stages—there was a moment where he let us taste something halfway between grape juice and wine. Not my favorite sip, but interesting in a weird way. Someone asked about fermentation and he launched into this story about his grandfather nearly ruining a whole batch once by bottling too soon (everyone laughed except maybe his grandmother). The whole thing felt less like a tour and more like hanging out with someone who really loves what they do.

Then came the tasting room—sunlight slanting through dusty windows, four bottles lined up waiting for us. Each pour came with a story or a joke (I tried to pronounce “Sangiovese” right; failed spectacularly). We sniffed, swirled, sipped—honestly, I still think about that second glass sometimes. Lunch was simple: fresh bread, olive oil that tasted almost grassy, some cheese and cold cuts—nothing fancy but somehow exactly right after walking through those fields. And yeah, everything paired perfectly with one of their wines, which Pietro seemed quietly proud of.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Organic wine tour and tasting

• Explore vineyards and learn grape cycle
• Visit cellar and study winemaking process
• Taste four organic wines
• Enjoy light lunch with wine pairing

Top questions

How far is the winery from Siena’s center?

The winery is located just 2 kilometers away from Siena’s medieval center.

Is lunch included on this wine tour?

Yes, a light lunch featuring fresh seasonal Tuscan dishes is included.

Are there vegetarian options for lunch?

The menu is seasonal and can accommodate dietary preferences if requested in advance.

How many wines do we taste during the experience?

You will taste four different organic wines typical of the Siena area.

Is transportation provided from Siena?

The tour includes free parking but does not specify hotel pickup; guests arrange their own transport to the winery.

Can children join this wine tour?

The minimum age for participation is 18 years old.

Is this wine tour suitable for people with limited mobility?

The experience is suitable for all physical fitness levels; infants’ seats are available if needed.

Is there WiFi at the winery?

Yes, free WiFi is available at the winery during your visit.

What’s included

Your day includes guided walks through organic vineyards near Siena, an educational visit inside the working cellar to see winemaking up close, sensorial tastings of four local organic wines in their tasting room, bottled water throughout your stay, plus a light Tuscan lunch featuring seasonal dishes paired with house olive oil—all led by passionate locals who know every corner of their land.