Montalcino is a pretty hill town in Tuscany that’s famous for its production of Brunello di Montalcino red wine. This delicious drink is produced by many vineyards around the town which visitors can visit and learn more about if they come here. In 1980, it was the first Italian wine to win the prestigious DOCG Italian wine quality award. Today it is one of the most popular and expensive wine to be exported from the country!
Book a stunning villa rental in Montalcino to relax and enjoy the surroundings. Chill out by the pool after a few hours of touring around this fascinating wine producing area.
Book a stunning villa rental in Montalcino to relax and enjoy the surroundings. Chill out by the pool after a few hours of touring around this fascinating wine producing area.
Montalcino is close to other tourist spots such as Pienza, Val d’Orcia and Crete Senesi which could easily all be experienced in a well-planned day trip. Why not go hiking in nearby Monte Amiata or take a stroll to see the impressive well preserved fortress just outside of Montalcino.
It has a majestic pentagon shape and is home to a beautiful basilica inside which is still in use. Walk around in the cool shade of this building to admire the exquisite medieval art and sculptures that decorate the interior. Enjoy a wine tasting in a fantastic wine bar here also!
It has a majestic pentagon shape and is home to a beautiful basilica inside which is still in use. Walk around in the cool shade of this building to admire the exquisite medieval art and sculptures that decorate the interior. Enjoy a wine tasting in a fantastic wine bar here also!
There’s a civic and diocesan museum nearby where tourists can learn more about the Etruscan origins of the town and the thrilling history Montalcino has seen.
Take a photograph of the solitary Abbey of Sant’ Antimo in all its glory before heading back to the old town for a delicious evening meal accompanied by the finest red wine!
With one of the warmest and driest climates in all the region of Tuscany, Montalcino is the perfect spot for a relaxing quiet holiday full of great food, scenery, culture and history.
So why not begin your plans to come here soon and look forward to experiencing treasured memories!
Take a photograph of the solitary Abbey of Sant’ Antimo in all its glory before heading back to the old town for a delicious evening meal accompanied by the finest red wine!
With one of the warmest and driest climates in all the region of Tuscany, Montalcino is the perfect spot for a relaxing quiet holiday full of great food, scenery, culture and history.
So why not begin your plans to come here soon and look forward to experiencing treasured memories!
Photo credits
picture 1: O.S / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Type17 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Giovanni/a> / CC BY2.0
picture 1: O.S / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Type17 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Giovanni/a> / CC BY2.0
