10 Food & Drink in Montalcino That You Shouldn't Miss

June 5, 2021 Sheron Bogner

Montalcino is a hill town and comune in Tuscany, Italy. It is famous for its Brunello di Montalcino wine.
Restaurants in Montalcino

1. Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona

Localita Molinello SNC, 53024 Castelnuovo dell'Abate, Montalcino Italy +39 0577 835616 [email protected] http://www.ciaccipiccolomini.com
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5.0 based on 820 reviews

Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona

Our staff will be delighted to explain in detail the wine making process of the prestigious Brunello di Montalcino. Wine lovers can then indulge in tasting a glass of their favourite wines in the tasting room or on the large outdoor terrace located in a recently restored Tuscan country house opposite the cellar. Visits and wine tastings are available upon reservation in Italian,English and Japanese. How to reach us: From Montalcino ( 15' ) Once in Montalcino, at the top of the hill, alongside the Fortress, you will come to a roundabout. Take the last exit off the roundabout heading towards Castelnuovo Dell'Abate/Abbazia S. Antimo/Mont Amiata. Continue following this road for about 8 km and arrive in Castelnuovo Dell' Abate. Immediately after the white sign for Castelnuovo Dell' Abate make a hard right-hand turn do not follow the road up into the village keeping the left towards Sant'Angelo in Colle. After about 1km you will find us, Wine Tasting - Ciacci Piccolomini d' Aragona, on your left. We suggest you to do not use GPS, if you want to use it enter as your destination Castelnuovo dell'Abate and follow the mentioned directions as above.

Reviewed By jefftvca - Sacramento, United States

Great tour and tasting, everything was wonderful and wine is great. Ended up sending a case of wine home. They were very helpful in arranging the shipping. Will definitely go back next time in Italy.

2. Castello Romitorio

Localita Romitorio 279, 53024, Montalcino Italy +39 0577 847212 [email protected] http://www.castelloromitorio.com
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5.0 based on 52 reviews

Castello Romitorio

Reviewed By jeffl761 - Buckeye, United States

During our recent online cooking class with Locanda Demetra (Marta and Allesandro) we broke out a few bottles of our favorite Brunellos - all, of course, from Castello Romitorio! On several trips to the winery Daniele and staff have always been gracious and inviting, making it a favorite place to visit each time we travel to Tuscany. We thank Noemi for the introduction!! We have airline tickets to return in Sept and remain hopeful that conditions will allow the trip. For now, we hope and pray that the great folks at Romitorio are safe, healthy, surviving this tough time. And THANKS for the fantastic wine we continue to enjoy at home!

3. Podere Il Cocco

Podere IL COCCO, Località Villa a Tolli, 53024, Montalcino Italy +39 347 080 9712 [email protected] http://www.ilcocco.it
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5.0 based on 390 reviews

Podere Il Cocco

Small organic family business that produces wine, olive oil and grappa. Our services are only by reservation: wine tasting, and restaurant can be booked every day , except sunday. Please contact us at least 24 hours in advantage. We are three brothers and one sister and to provide the best service to our guests we need a reservation because we can not be available in any moment of the day. We will be glad to host you . Have a nice day. Giacomo, Domitilla, Stefano and Ettore

Reviewed By saamram

My husband and I visited Il Cocco in 2016, as part of a 10 day trip to Italy. We had an amazing experience, and loved their wines. We recently ordered a case of their wine, as we had finished the last of the case we ordered while we were visiting, and want to support this amazing family business during a time of need. The ordering process for shipping a case was extremely easy over email and used Paypal to pay, and Giacomo was very helpful in getting everything sorted out. We can't wait until our case of wine arrives!

4. Tenuta Fanti

Localita Podere Palazzo 14 Castelnuovo dell'Abate, 53024, Montalcino Italy +39 0577 835795 [email protected] http://www.tenutafanti.it/
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5.0 based on 124 reviews

Tenuta Fanti

The renown historical Fanti winery offers guided tours of the cellar followed by a tasting of our wines and extra virgin olive oil. Our wine cellar is located in the valley of Castelnuovo dell'Abate (which lies in the south of Montalcino) in front of the medieval Abbey of Saint Antimo. Winery visits are available upon reservation in English and French.

Reviewed By LargecatsUK - Alton, United Kingdom

We had a wonderful tour of the Fanti wine cellars and the wine production process. Tenuta Fanti is a great blend of old family tradition updated with modern technical wine making and is set in breathtakingly beautiful countryside. Our guide Veronica was really friendly and informative. We really enjoyed the wine tasting overlooking the spectacular abbey of Saint Antimo

5. Poggio Rubino

Loc. La Sorgente, 62 Strada di Castiglion del Bosco, 53024, Montalcino Italy +39 0577 169 8133 [email protected] http://www.poggiorubino.it
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5.0 based on 188 reviews

Poggio Rubino

Experience the tradition and passion in every bottle of our Brunello while overlooking an outstanding, panoramic view in our glass enclosed and air conditioned deck. We offer small or large group wine tastings in English or Italian. We also serve light or full lunch (reservation is required). We also offer free WiFi in a relaxed and friendly environment.

Reviewed By 40andcounitng - Pennsylvania, United States

My visit to Poggio Rubino with two girlfriends was without a doubt a highlight of our “girls trip“ to Italy for cooking and wine tasting. We were warmly welcomed and treated royally throughout our lunch with wine (and olive oil) tastings - and, oh, the VIEW! The tour before lunch was also wonderful. Michael was a perfect host, knowledgeable and friendly. The wine was excellent and the meal delicious. I ordered a half case of the 2015 Brunello. This was in early September and I was told that it was not due to be released until the end of January so would be shipped for my receipt in early February. Here it is February 3, and I my bottles have arrived, just as promised. I would not hesitate to buy wine here and have them ship it. This is a first class vineyard, delightful in every way.

6. Azienda Agricola Uccelliera

Podere Uccelliera 45, 53024, Montalcino Italy +39 0577 835729 http://www.uccelliera-montalcino.it/
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5.0 based on 47 reviews

Azienda Agricola Uccelliera

7. Mate Winery

Podere il Colombaio Località Santa Restituta, 53024, Montalcino Italy +39 0577 847215 [email protected] http://www.matewine.com/
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5.0 based on 171 reviews

Mate Winery

Reservations are required for winery tours and tastings. Please contact us via email or the phone number above. The Etruscan celebration of life--beauty, food, and wine--is alive today on the Mate family's boutique wine estate. Twenty years ago, Ferenc and Candace Mate, author and painter, fell in love with an abandoned 13th century friary--its romantic tower, courtyard, and two private hills. Within its 28 hectares of Mediterranean woods were fragrant fields of wild herbs. They planted vineyards on Etruscan-built terraces and in seven fields of varying altitudes, expositions and subsoils. For each site, they carefully chose a grape varietal, rootstock, and clones. In marl, mineral-rich shale and tufaceous soil--all abundant in calcareous fossils of a primordial ocean bottom--vines planted to a high density, forced their roots deep through varied layers, enhancing the grapes' flavors and perfumes. The Mate's hand-made wines, from organically grown, carefully selected grapes, are internationally acclaimed.

Reviewed By Telf22

We enjoyed our second visit to Mate as much as our first visit 4 years earlier. A beautiful vineyard with amazing views and most importantly great wine. We would highly recommend a visit when in Tuscany. Jessica was an excellent host too. Hopefully we will have the chance to return for a third time!

8. NostraVita

Localita Nostra Signora della Vita, 53024, Montalcino Italy +39 329 442 3163 [email protected] http://www.nostravita.it
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5.0 based on 54 reviews

NostraVita

Reviewed By I277ZSmartinh

Annibele Parisi and his family have created something quite unique here - a vineyard in the most beautiful situation near Montalcino, where nature, art and love combine to create something very special indeed. Not only do they produce lovely wines, but the whole property is a reflection of the love for nature and art that Annibele has. You will come away infected with his enthusiasm for creativity and his love for his family.

9. Tenuta di Castelgiocondo

Località Castelgiocondo, 53024, Montalcino Italy +39 0577 84131 [email protected] http://www.frescobaldi.it/it-it/home/letenute/castelgiocondo.aspx
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5.0 based on 26 reviews

Tenuta di Castelgiocondo

The estate of Castelgiocondo, is located in the southwest of Montalcino, an ideal terroir for Sangiovese and for the great wines that are produced here. The vineyards are found at the perfect altitude between 300 and 400 metres with well-drained soils and sunny, favorable southwest exposure.

10. Castiglion del Bosco Winery

Localita Castiglion del Bosco, 53024, Montalcino Italy +39 0577 191 3750 [email protected] http://wine.castigliondelbosco.com
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5.0 based on 311 reviews

Castiglion del Bosco Winery

Tuscany is a region whose countryside never ceases to amaze for its captivating beauty. Castiglion del Bosco also knows how to charm. Castiglion del Bosco’s winery is one of Tuscany’s most noteworthy estates and a leading Brunello producer. We will introduce you to our wine culture through an exclusive selection of private tours and tastings guided by our expert staff. Tours are arranged by reservation only and are the perfect choice for guest seeking a unique wine experience in Tuscany.

Reviewed By NoamS377

Though it was time of corona, in between waves, the winery was open for pre-booked visits. The winery us stunning and situates in a beautiful surroundings. Marco, my host, was wonderful, patient and professional and did his utmost to make me feel at home as well as protected and safe. Wines are extraordinary and the story behind the winery and winemaker is awesome.

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