Experience

Journey through Italian Cheese

5.00(5)Chianti· Vineyards · slow roadsEnglish

Uncork the secrets of traditional Tuscan wine in this hands-on class led by an expert sommelier. Learn the history of Tuscany's wine region, gain insight into its significant grapes, and then put your new knowledge to the test as you sample 6 wines that prove why the area is beloved worldwide for its vino. With a group of no more than 9, you embark on a personalized journey into the world of wine, traveling back in time to the 13th century. Learn about the origins of chianti, the region's most internationally renowned wine, and the strict rules that must be followed for it to retain its name. Begin with the dry and crisp Vernaccia white wine, and then move on to bolder reds. Swirl, sniff, and sip floral Chianti, jammy Montepulciano, the famous Brunello di Montalcino and Super Tuscan red—a modern take on traditional chianti. Along the way, your host shares tips for pairing each of these wines with food, leaving you able to drink wine like a pro by the end of class.

Languages
English

What's included

Taste of 5 cheeses
Water
English-speaking Cheese & Wine Expert
Alcoholic beverages

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the designated start point

Cancellation

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Journey through Italian Cheese

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Where this sits in Chianti

Chianti is about 43 min by road from Florence Peretola Airport. The Tuscany people picture — vineyards, cypress avenues, hill towns half an hour apart. Needs a car, and rewards one: this is the area where an agriturismo and no plans is the right way to spend a week.

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