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Florence Uncorked: Where to Revel in Wine Tasting Delights

hand with a chianti wine

Begin a captivating journey through Florence’s renowned wine scene. This is your comprehensive guide to the most celebrated Florence wine tasting experiences, a journey perfect for those who are captivated by the rich heritage of Tuscan winemaking. From the rolling…

The best places to go on a wine tour in Tuscany

two glasses of red wine on a table with green Tuscan hills in the background

Embark on a journey through Tuscany, one of the world’s premier destinations for wine lovers. With its diverse winemaking regions, each offering a unique blend of flavors, history, and ambiance, deciding on the perfect Tuscan wine tour can be as…

How long is a Tuscan wine tour?

group of people toasting red wine glasses in the vineyards during a Tuscan wine tour

How much time should you set aside for a Tuscan wine tour? That’s a common query we encounter from travelers planning their idyllic getaway in the heart of Italy. The duration of each wine tour with Tuscany Tour Time is…

Explore a hidden gem of Tuscany on a wine tour to San Gimignano

Did you know that one of the most famous Tuscan wines comes from San Gimignano? Most wine lovers visit the Chianti region when they come to Tuscany. And they should!  But you may also want to venture beyond Chianti to explore…

Do you need to book a wine tour in Tuscany?

Is it better to book a wine tour in Tuscany, or to visit wineries on your own? And if you want to take a wine tasting tour, how far in advance should you book it? These are questions people often…

Italian Merlot: Yes, it’s a thing, and it’s delicious!

You probably don’t expect to drink Italian Merlot on a wine tour in Tuscany. But chances are that you’ll taste some Merlot grapes in our distinctive Tuscan wines.Most people know Merlot as a successful grape from the Bordeaux region of…

What is an aperitivo? And how do you enjoy it?

If you want to experience local culture in Italy, be sure to take part in aperitivo hour.Afterall, it’s a time-honored Italian tradition that brings people together.In North America, you might think of it as happy hour. But Italian aperitivo isn’t…

What are the benefits of organic wine?

Grape harvesting by hand

What does it mean when we talk about organic wine? And are there really benefits todrinking organic wine?On our wine tours in Tuscany, we make it a priority to visit family-run organic wineries.For us, it’s not about a trendy buzzword.It’s…

Corks vs. Screw Caps on Wine: Which is Better?

Wine cork

One of the age-old debates in the world of wine is whether corks or screw caps arebetter for sealing those precious bottles.The question sometimes comes up during our Tuscany wine tours when guests noticethat all Chianti wine bottles have corks.Why…