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Interesting tour of the...
Interesting tour of the wine cellar in the cave and also an enjoyable tasting. Luigi was a fun guide and very knowledgeable.
Montepulciano: Winery Tour & Tasting Experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 20min
- Price from
- $40 / person
- Location
- Montepulciano, Italy
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 143 reviews
- Languages
- EN, IT
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Hidden Experiences
- Meeting point
- Talosa Cantina Storica (at the Wine Shop in Via Talosa 8 - 53045 Montepulciano)
Description
Enjoy 1.5 hours wine tasting experience in an historical cellar in the heart of Montepulciano. Together with an expert sommelier, discover the cellar’s underground of XVI century characterized by vaults and tunnels attributed of Etruscan civilization. Listen the history of this ancient cellar as well as the explanation of the methods and techniques of the wine production. During this journey follows a unique tradition in high quality wine production. Furthermore, discover private collection of old wine bottles tunnel and be amazed by the Etruscan tomb located in the cellar. Then, take part to an exclusive wine tasting experience combined to regional products. A sample of four local wines will be served with bread with a plate of local products. During this experience, you will taste four of the most important wines made in Montepulciano and known all around the world while a professional sommelier will explain you in depth the particularity of those Italian excellencies.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 11:00 AM and 3:30 PM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $40
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Food (Local products)
Professional Sommelier
Wine Tasting
Drinks (wine & water)
Winery Tour
Not included
Gratuities (optional)
Pick-up/Drop-off hotel
Extras
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
143 reviews
How it compares in Montepulciano
- No. 4 by number of reviews among 106 tours in Montepulciano
- Starting price $40 is 59% below the typical $97 for tours of similar length in Montepulciano
Excurgo comparison of 106 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchairs
- People with impaired mobility
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Montepulciano: Winery Tour & Tasting Experience take?
Montepulciano: Winery Tour & Tasting Experience lasts about 1h 20min.
How much does Montepulciano: Winery Tour & Tasting Experience cost?
Prices start at $40 per person for this Montepulciano experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Montepulciano: Winery Tour & Tasting Experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 11:00 AM and 3:30 PM.
Can I cancel Montepulciano: Winery Tour & Tasting Experience for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Talosa Cantina Storica (at the Wine Shop in Via Talosa 8 - 53045 Montepulciano). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Montepulciano: Winery Tour & Tasting Experience offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchairs People with impaired mobility
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Montepulciano: Winery Tour & Tasting Experience worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 143 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Hidden Experiences.
Reviews(143)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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A delicious... and curious... walk
I have been to Montepulciano many times... every time it is the same great pleasure to admire buildings, churches, museums... artisan shops! And then so many good things to buy and taste! I recommend you stay a few days... it is worth it...
K
Amazing
Luciano our guide was fabulous. Very knowledgeable and could tell very passionate about the winery and his job. We learned a ton about wine. We loved it
S
Experience to be repeated
Beautiful experience, courteous and professional staff, charming venue
G
Wine tastic…
This was a great introduction to local wines and traditions. The guide was very informative & engaging and of course the setting was incredible. Highly recommend.
8
Not too long, just perfect winery
Perfect short wine tour, Luigi was excellent, winery beautiful, lots of stairs to note if you can’t handle that. Wine tasting plentiful, nice to walk around the area
T
Underground wine cave
The underground wine cave was amazing to see and learn about the history. Our tour guide Luigi was very knowledge about the history and about their wine.
L
Passionate tour led by sommelier
The winery and cellar are super cool. Loved learning about the history and the process to make the wine. Our guide was passionate and informative and the wines were delicious! Overall a great, easy experience.
B
Impressive cellar, the rest, well...
Unfortunately, the guide was not in the mood at all, which we all felt. The wines were okay.
Operator response
Dear guest, thanks for sharing your experience. We're sorry to hear that, this is one of our most sold wine tasting. We're wondering what happened to the guide and for sure we will verify it with him. Kind regards, Italy Hidden Experiences Team
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Expert tour and delicious wines
This was a very informative tour with a friendly guide very knowledgeable in local winemaking and history, and the current trends of the wine industry. The wine tasting was a lesson in wine appreciation, with generous sampling and delicious snack plate. We were a group of strangers who bonded during this memorable experience.
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