Archive for 'Chianti'

The pretty town of Gaiole in Chianti is a welcoming little place, full of lovely things to see and do.

Only eleven kilometres from Radda in Chianti, tourists can enjoy a visit to this enchanting place by going on one of several exciting day trips we’ve described within this Tuscan district.

Reading a few of our related articles can help inspire a thorough exploration of Chianti and all it has to offer.

Come and stay in a marvellous vacation villa in Chianti where you can be close to all the action!

The views that surround you will be breath-taking, no matter where you are in this wine making region. And it goes without saying the food and wine here is like tasting a little bit of heaven!     Read More

Chianti is a truly magnificent place to visit when travelling through Tuscany and here’s a perfect example of a scenic day trip you can go on when you come here!

Why not book into a spectacular five star luxury villa in Chianti that sleeps up to 24 people? You could enjoy a memorable trip here with family and friends, savouring delicious food and of course, the local wine!

Known as the ‘Gateway of Chianti’ the beautiful town of Greve in Chianti is a perfect place to begin your adventures through this superb wine-making region.

Its main square is actually triangular in shape and has been a popular and busy market spot for neighbouring towns and villages throughout the centuries.

Beautifully built porticoes line the square (triangle), protecting tourists and locals passing through on rainy days. Be sure to make a visit to the little church of Santa Croce, an intricate medieval structure redesigned in a Renaissance style. It displays a marvellous painting inside by Bicci di Lorenzo called ‘Madonna and the Saints’.     Read More

The town of Radda in Chianti would be the perfect stop for tourists and wine lovers as this is the home of the famous Tuscan Chianti wine!

Radda in Chianti is neatly tucked in between the valleys of Arbia and Pesa between the provinces of Siena and Florence.

Tourists who wish to explore the area for a few days can perhaps stay in a luxury vacation rental in Radda in Chianti where there are panoramic views of the rolling Tuscan hills covered in thriving vineyard.


This ancient town is surrounded by huge stone fortress walls that date back to a time when a grand castle was built here to rule over the precious wine producing region. The ruins of Volpaia castle can still be seen today; its towers are still clearly visible.     Read More

Dating back to medieval times, Castello di Volpaia is a fortified village behind a circular defense wall. It's notable not only for allowing visitors to see some remarkably well-preserved architecture despite repeated devastation, it also is home to the winery that produces the famous Chianti Classico wine.

Volpaia is a delightful day trip for those who wish to taste Chianti in its home, while learning more about the history of this interesting castle and fortified village.

Although parts of it have crumbled due to battles throughout history, you can still see the ancient chain of walls and many remains of this fascinating castle.

One of the leading highlights of the Castello di Volpaia is the tower church, which is dedicated to Saint Eufroino.     Read More