Private Wine and Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tasting
Description
Escape to a charming family farm and immerse yourself in the authentic flavors of Tuscany. Just a short walk from San Gimignano’s historic center, this experience offers a peaceful break surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and breathtaking countryside views. Your journey begins with an introduction to our biodynamic farming methods, where you’ll learn about the passion and sustainability behind our winemaking and olive oil production. Then, settle into a rustic Tuscan house overlooking the rolling hills and enjoy a guided tasting of our organic wines and extra virgin olive oils, all produced on-site. A family member, speaking Italian or English, will lead you through this experience, offering insights, stories, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. This is the perfect opportunity to slow down, relax, and savor the true essence of Tuscany.
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Podere la Marronaia is a small family-run farm in San Gimignano dedicated to the cultivation of grapes and olives and the production of wines and extra virgin olive oil. In 2000, all production was converted to an organic method of cultivation that involves the use of only natural products exploiting the natural fertility of the soil and considering the entire ecosystem. As of 2003, all products became organic certified. The cellar and wine tasting venue, Sosta Alle Colonne, is located within walking distance from the town center, surrounded by beautiful countryside with a view of the towers of San Gimignano and the Vernaccia vineyard. The wine tasting includes four wines: • Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG bio • Chianti Colli Senesi DOCG organic or bio Rosato IGT Toscano • Sangiovese IGT Rosso Toscano bioThe extra virgin olive oil tasting includes three oils: • Natural • Flavored with chili pepper • TruffleBread and little snacks will be supplied during the tasting.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Reviews(23)
This was a great experience with a view of San Gimignano. With the exceptionally hot weather the umbrellas and misting is a lifesaver. Our guide was friendly and gabe us just the right amount of information. The wine was fantastic! We received a platter with snacks to taste with the olive oil and all of it was wonderful.
Good wine and olive oil but while professional, it was very impersonal service. We felt we were left alone a lot. The snacks to pair with the wine were an unexpected treat. Setting was beautiful! Nice grassy area with multiple tables for groups.
Amazing experience! The wine, olive oil, food, and setting were all beyond expectations. Dario provided a friendly and knowledgeable presentation of our wine and olive oil tastings. And I have to mention their cute dogs! My photos capture the beauty of their vineyard/farm and San Gimignano. If you would like a Tuscany tasting experience, include this on your journey!
The setting here is beautiful and the wines, food, and service are really good. A fun stop for a group
We enjoyed a wonderful afternoon tasting wine, olive oil and balsamic vinegar with snacks on the terrace. Our hostess was very knowledgeable and friendly. Everything in the tasting was delicious, the terrace was beautiful and the scenery fantastic. We can’t wait for our wine to arrive at our home.
It was a beautiful location, but we anticipated a little more education and touring of the facilities. Instead we were sat down immediately and explained a little about what we were sampling, and then an order form was placed before us…not very personable, and actually a little stuffy.
My husband and I loved every minute of our tasting experience - sampling delicious wines and olive oils, PLUS a wonderful lunch perfectly paired for the wines and oils we sampled. And all in our own private tasting room with a picture postcard view of idyllic San Gimignano. So romantic! It's a memory we'll never forget - thank you so much Podere la Marronaia! Highly recommend this experience!
Very relaxing experience in a beautiful setting!! A welcome interlude from the stress of a sightseeing trip. Very tasty wine!!
Amazing experience great wine and food highly recommend!!!!! Family friendly everyone had a wonderful time. Staff was also amazing!!!
Did 3 wine tours in Tuscany in March, this was by far the best experience. Our guide was fantastic. We very much appreciated that she took us first to the fields and discussed the cultivation of the vines in great detail. Only then did we go inside to begin the tasting (other tours only take place in a room inside). We asked for vegetarian snacks to go with wine, they were perfect. Our guide also went into detail about the production of the wine and had a good sense of humor. The wine was excellent and we ordered 6 bottles to be sent home to US, and they arrived in perfect condition before we did! The quality of the tour, the wine and the olive oil is superb. A wonderful, unforgettable experience.
