Montalcino

Montalcino

One of the most historic regions in all of Italy, especially for its wines, the medieval castle city of Montalcino is outdone by none in its seductive culture and aura.  A place of tradition and purity, experience firsthand what a pure Sangiovese can taste like.  Both the famous Brunello’s and the Rosso’s of Montalcino are exactly that, pure Sangiovese.  One really gets a great sense of just how powerful yet graceful the wines from this region are when visiting a historic winery and allows themselves to become immersed in the charm that is Montalcino.  Although only a very short distance from the city of Siena, Montalcino has a nostalgia that is all its own.  Enjoy some time inside the walls of the old hilltop city and take the opportunity to visit some of its local shops and get a true feel for something a bit removed from the normal for many visitors to beautiful Tuscany.  This is a destination that should be on everyone’s itinerary, especially a true lover of wine, because the seductive charm of the culture that is Montalcino is one not to be passed on.