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The Ultimate Tuscan Wine Journey: Chianti, Brunello & Beyond

Food & Wine magazine covers the intersection of food, drink, and travel with expert editorial judgment.

The route

11 stops·6 wineries · 3 restaurants · 1 hotel · 1 shop

1. 01

   Hotel

   Check-in at Castello di Casole

   Settle into a 10th-century castle near Siena where vineyard views and a spa prepare you perfectly for the wine road ahead.

2. 02

   WineryToscana

   Antinori nel Chianti Classico

   Antinori's hillside masterpiece near Bargino crafts benchmark Chianti Classico and the legendary Super Tuscan Tignanello.

3. 03

   Restaurant

   Lunch at Osteria di Passignano

   Michelin stars and 13th-century cellars meet refined Tuscan cooking at Antinori's wine-soaked osteria.

4. 04

   WineryToscana

   Castello di Ama

   Gaiole in Chianti's single-vineyard Chianti Classico Gran Selezioni pairs beautifully with the contemporary art scattered across the estate.

5. 05

   WineryToscana

   Badia a Coltibuono

   Eleventh-century abbey roots plus elegant, age-worthy Sangiovese equal a Chianti Classico masterclass in historic cellars.

6. 06

   Shop

   Enoteca Italiana

   Stock up on serious Tuscan DOCs and DOCGs at this iconic enoteca tucked inside Siena's Fortezza Medicea.

7. 07

   Restaurant

   Dinner at Osteria Le Logge

   Sienese classics like pici al ragù shine in this beloved institution housed in a stunning 19th-century pharmacy with an exceptional local wine list.

8. 08

   WineryToscana

   Biondi-Santi

   Tenuta Greppo birthed Brunello di Montalcino, making this legendary estate a must-visit shrine for serious wine pilgrims.

9. 09

   WineryToscana

   Banfi

   Castello Banfi's vast Montalcino estate pairs world-class Brunello with a museum and tours that satisfy both serious collectors and curious newcomers.

10. 10

    Restaurant

    Lunch at Trattoria Il Pozzo

    Trattoria Il Pozzo serves rustic Montalcino classics, wild boar, hand-rolled pici, and honest local wines without the price tag.

11. 11

    WineryToscana

    Casanova di Neri

    Casanova di Neri crafts Montalcino's most celebrated Brunellos, with their legendary Cerretalto scoring perfect marks worldwide.