A short trip orchestrated by Donatella Cinelli Colombini took members on a tour of Montalcino, with highlights at Casanova di Neri and Donatella’s own Casato Prime Donne estate.
On the way back to Florence, a visit to the modernist winery of Marchesi Antinori in the Chianti region offered a fascinating glimpse of winemaking innovation.
The following day, an entertaining visit to Ca’ Marcanda, owned by Angelo Gaja, included a demonstration of vineyard management and an exceptional tasting session.
The trip ended on a high note with a visit to the famous Tenuta San Guido – Sassicaia, where the tasting was presented by the owner, Marchioness Priscilla Incisa della Rochetta.
Visit and tasting at Casanova di Neri, Montalcino
Visit, tasting and lunch at Donatella Cinelli Colombini’s Casato Prime Donne
Visit and tasting at Marchese Piero Antinori in San Casciano in Val di Pesa
Dinner at Restaurant Il Latini in Florence
Visit and tasting at Angelo Gaja’s Ca’Marcanda in Bolgheri
Visit to Marchesa Priscilla Incisa della Rocchetta, Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri
June 8, 2018 – Gala dinner at Restaurant Il Locale