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🏰 Don't miss this Tuscan hilltown

Published 3 months ago • 1 min read

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Hi Reader,

I’m getting excited for a couple trips coming up to California and Canada.

But flipping through my notes and photos from Tuscany has me seriously craving Italian wine (and pasta, let’s be honest). 🍷🍝

One of my favorite stops was the hilltop town of Montepulciano.

It has some of the most unique wine cellars I’ve ever visited. And it’s the birthplace of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. That’s the Sangiovese-based wine, not to be confused with Montepulciano the grape.

The best part? It’s a small, walkable town, with plenty of tasting rooms. So you won’t need a car to get around. Which means no stressing over Italian road signs or hairpin turns. 😬

And for you Twilight fans out there: yes, this is the place where Bella stops Edward from exposing his sparkly secret to the Volturi. 🧛✨

Here are a few of my favorite spots to sip:

🏰 Enoliteca Consorzio Vino Nobile – 100+ wines on tap from across the region and views of archaeological ruins through the glass floor

⛪ De’Ricci – Stunning underground Wine Cathedral and some of the best wines I tasted

📸 Gattavecchi – Historic cellar with an Etruscan tomb and photo-worthy terrace views

😺 Crociani – Family-run spot with an intimate vibe and a friendly winery cat named Vino

👉 Check out the full guide to wine tasting in Montepulciano.

Cheers,

Laura

P.O. Box 44, Pinehurst, MA 01866
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Laura Danforth - WSET Level 3, American Wine Expert

Hi! I'm Laura, your go-to source for all things wine and wanderlust. Whether you're a wine newbie or a seasoned pro, I'm here to help you experience the same joy and education that wine country travel has brought me. From wine travel basics to wine region guides to done-for-you itineraries, I make planning a wine tasting trip simple…and fun!

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