Corte Pavone Winery Estate: Montalcino Wine Tasting + Gourmet Bites

Corte Pavone Winery Estate Wine Tasting in Montalcino

Discover authentic Tuscan winemaking at Corte Pavone Winery Estate in the rolling hills of Montalcino. This guided experience takes you through vineyards and cellars before settling down for a comprehensive tasting of six estate wines paired with gourmet appetisers.

Your visit begins with a stroll through the estate's vineyards, where you'll learn about sustainable cultivation methods and the unique terroir that makes Montalcino wines distinctive. The knowledgeable guides explain how soil composition, climate and grape varieties influence each vintage. You'll then explore the atmospheric cellar to observe the winemaking process from grape selection to bottling, discovering how wooden barrels and concrete casks contribute different characteristics to the final wines.

The experience concludes in the tasting room with six Corte Pavone wines presented in three flights, each expertly paired with gourmet bites designed to complement the wines' unique notes. Staff share tasting techniques and pairing strategies throughout, making this suitable for both wine experts and newcomers alike.

What is Included

• Guided vineyard walk
• Behind-the-scenes cellar tour
• Tasting of six Corte Pavone wines in three flights
• Gourmet appetisers paired with each wine
• Expert guidance on tasting techniques and food pairing
• Access to on-site wine shop for purchases

Good to Know

Advance booking is recommended as spaces are limited, especially at weekends. Children are welcome but won't be served wine, so please inform the winery if minors will attend. Wear comfortable shoes for walking through vineyards and cellars, and bring ID as it may be required for wine tasting.

The estate has limited wheelchair accessibility in vineyard and cellar areas. The tasting includes only the specified wines and gourmet bites, though additional food and drinks can be purchased separately. Arrive a few minutes early to join your group on time.

While exploring the Siena province, consider extending your wine experience with a Chianti wine tour to compare different Tuscan wine regions, or discover more of the area's culinary heritage with a Siena food walking tour through the historic city centre.