Siena · TUSCAN OLIVE OIL TASTINGS
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New oil off a Tuscan press tastes nothing like the supermarket bottle. Here are the 5 best olive oil tastings around Siena, with the mills and estates each visits, what else you taste alongside, and what a session costs.
Private organic wine and oil tasting with lunch at Podere La Marronaia in San Gimignano, with Vernaccia, oils, balsamic pairings, and views.
“The hosts were extremely friendly and the location was beautiful. Phenomenal home cooked food. Wine and Olive Oil made in house. Couldn’t recommend this enough”
Sip reds and whites in San Gimignano at Tenuta Torciano. Taste olive oil, balsamic, and Tuscan bites with an expert guide.
“It was an amazing value for the money. Maybe more direction on how to get there from Florence, as it was a bit difficult by transit.”
Tour Frantoio di Montalcino’s olive oil mill, learn traditional pressing, taste multiple EVOOs with bread, and shop for bottles to take home.
“What a lovely experience! Initially we balked at the price, but it’s because we didn’t really understand everything that would be included. It was totally worth it! We learned a tremendous amount about the process of making olive oil, and the history of this place. The tasting was informative, delicious and substantial (we tasted so many different t olive oils and learned how the taste on different foods).”
Visit Fattoria Santo Stefano in Greve in Chianti for a guided cellar tour and tasting of Chianti wine, Vinsanto, and extra-virgin olive oil.
“We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Since no one else showed up we had a private tour. The wine and lovely snacks were fantastic. We strolled around the property afterwards. May even rent a room at this agriturismo (where the winery is) at our next stay in Tuscany. Beautiful property! If you’re thinking about this tour, think no more, just book it. You won’t regret it. 🍷😋❤️”
Private wine and extra virgin olive oil tasting on a biodynamic farm near San Gimignano, with organic samples, views, and family hosts.
“Amazing experience! The wine, olive oil, food, and setting were all beyond expectations. Dario provided a friendly and knowledgeable presentation of our wine and olive oil tastings. And I have to mention their cute dogs! My photos capture the beauty of their vineyard/farm and San Gimignano. If you would like a Tuscany tasting experience, include this on your journey!”
