Popular Wineries in the Chianti Region

Home to Chianti and Chianti Classico wines, Chianti is a region located in central Tuscany with a plethora of wineries to visit and tour. Choosing which winery to spend your time at can seem like an impossible choice. Luckily, this article details interesting tidbits about a few of the most popular wineries in the Chianti Region.

Casa Emma

Casa Emma, located in the hills of San Donato, offers 50 acres of vineyards and olive groves. Guest are warmly welcomed by Laura, Paolo or Fabrizio and taken on exquisite tours where they can explore the entire wine making process from the picking of the grapes to the storage of the wine.

Castillo di Verrazzano

One of the most historic wineries in the region, Castillo di Verrazzano offers a wide selection of tour options to mesh with your needs. Whether you prefer the classic wine tour, or the all inclusive executive wine tour which includes lunch and transport, you are sure to find Castillo di Verrazzano simply breathtaking.

Barone Ricasoli

Perhaps the most popular winery in the region, is Barone Ricasoli, Italy's oldest winery. You can taste wine, take a stroll through the gardens and tour the castle and museum. This is the place where the formula for Chianti Classico was first invented. If you can only visit one place while visiting Chianti, make sure it is Barone Ricasoli.

Chianti is home to some of the world's most prestigious and beautiful wineries. If you ever find yourself in this wonderful region, take time out, and visit some of these historic wineries to enjoy everything they have to offer.