There is a region in Italy where landscape beauty meets a rich wine tradition deeply rooted in the territory. This is Tuscany.  

The hills of Tuscany are more famous than its coastline along the Tyrrhenian Sea because these vast green expanses host villages of exquisite beauty and vineyards. It’s on these hills that the most prestigious wines in Italy and the world are produced, directly in contact to the land where grapes of the most prestigious species are grown.

Alongside wine production in Tuscany, an entire sector of gastronomy, culture, and tourism has developed. Let's explore it together with a guide to the best vineyards in Tuscany. 

In Northern Tuscany, in the province of Lucca, lies Fattoria Montechiari. The farm is named after the hill it sits on, with its extensive acres of land.

The estate includes a historic building, once a medieval fortress, still bearing the marks of the battles between the people of Lucca and Florence throughout history. The building houses the large cellar where the farm's organic wines are stored. These include Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Sangiovese Grosso.

The grapes used to produce these wines are cultivated in the vast vineyards spread over the hill, alongside cypress groves and endless green fields. Framing this fairytale-like atmosphere is the view of the Tuscan valleys and the beautiful city of Lucca.

Castello di Verrazzano is a historic building located in the municipality of Greve in Chianti, between Florence and Siena. The building belonged to the family of the famous Giovanni da Verrazzano, the first European to explore the North American coast. Nearly 1000 years old, the building has been preserved intact and now hosts a luxury agriturismo with an extensive wine cellar.
In the vineyards surrounding the estate, grapes are grown to produce the winery’s own Chianti Classico. Besides accommodation, the estate also offers wine tasting sessions.

Poggio Amorelli represents another aspect of the Tuscan wine tradition: small family-run businesses that produce quality wines and offer visitors a little corner of paradise.

Poggio Amorelli is one of these gems: the estate houses cellars and a restaurant where you can book meals and tastings featuring typical products. Along with their own wines, they offer traditional Tuscan cheeses and cured meats. The surrounding hills, home to the vineyards, offer breathtaking views of green, serene, and tranquil landscapes.

The Antinori family is one of the most renowned in the wine industry. The Antinori marquises' winery boasts over 600 years of history.

Located in the Bargino Valley, the structure features modern architecture, contrasting with most of the region’s vineyards. Despite its unique style, the main building, with its modern appearance, blends perfectly with the shape of the hills and the lush surrounding forests.

Cantina Antinori offers guided tours of the indoor and outdoor spaces, including the cellar, and the grounds, and tasting session of their products, the most known of which are Tignanello and Solaia.

Cantina Antinori provides an immersive experience, perfect for those keen on discovering the secrets of winemaking, from grapes cultivation to wine production. 

Badia a Passignano (not to be confused with Passignano, a small village overlooking Lake Trasimeno in Umbria region) is a picturesque Tuscan village, home to the Abbazia di Passignano, an ancient monastery dating back to the 10th century, now owned by the Antinori marquises.

The abbey houses one of Italy’s most important cellars adjacent to extensive vineyards. Here, the tasting and exploration experience blends with the opportunity to visit a place immersed in nature, with a slow and peaceful rhythm.

The hills of Tuscany host some of the most renowned vineyards in the world. Visiting them offers a gastronomic and cultural experience surrounded by breathtaking scenery. 

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