Rufina Region

Discover the historic and modern eateries that make Lisbon what it is. From classic Portuguese-style codfish to the inimitable flaky, buttery custard tart, you’ll taste centuries-old recipes alongside modern favorites. Along with your expert guide and small group, you'll eat your way through three delicious neighborhoods: Baixa, Chiado, and Cais do Sodré. As you sip on Lisbon's signature sour cherry liqueur, savor the city's best sandwich, and sit down for a meal at a traditional Portuguese tasca, you'll meet the friendly faces behind centuries-old establishments. All together, you'll enjoy nine tastes and three drinks at seven small businesses in Lisbon (enough food for a full meal), learn how Lisbon’s story can’t be told without its food, and gain invaluable knowledge for eating like a local on your own.

A journey into the Tuscan tradition though the tasting of 5 white and red wines that will allow you to learn the different facets of the Chianti Rufina. You will enjoy the wines and extra-virgin olive oil we produce at the estate, with local cheese and salami.

This tasting of 5 red wines is designed for you to experience a deep immersion into the Chianti Rufina region. Your journey will begin with the strong character of Sangiovese grapes in a Chianti Rufina vintage, moving to Chianti Rufina Reserves, and ending with the charms of Super Tuscans.

During your visit, you’ll explore both historic family-run wineries and prestigious estates in the Chianti Rufina region. Walk through scenic vineyards, visit traditional barrel cellars, and learn the secrets behind Chianti Rufina DOCG wines. Tastings include selected vintages, reserves, estate olive oils, and local delicacies. The experience includes a Tuscan lunch at the winery, paired with house wines, and a visit to medieval villages like Rufina, Pontassieve, or Pelago, where history and nature come together. A perfect day for wine lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates the slower pace of Tuscan life.

Chianti Rufina, the smallest and highest-elevation sub-region in Chianti, is celebrated for its high-altitude vineyards that add unique tannic structure to its wines. Located northeast of Florence on the slopes of the Tuscan-Romagnolo Apennines, Chianti Rufina is a historic wine-producing area renowned as one of the most prestigious in Tuscany. The legacy of winemaking here dates back to the early fifteenth century, when the Medici family recognized the area’s potential for exceptional wines. In 1716, Cosimo III de' Medici officially included Chianti Rufina in the Bando dei Vini, the world’s first law regulating wine production. Explore this small but mighty wine region, revered since Etruscan times, and gain in-depth insights into the history and heritage of Chianti Rufina's esteemed wines.
 Gain in-depth knowledge about a well-reputed and historical wine area, which can be shortly regarded as small but mighty. Wine has been produced in the Chianti Rufina region since Etruscan times.

The Castle of Nipozzano is one of the historic estates of the Marchesi de' Frescobaldi, a family with over 700 years of winemaking tradition. Built around the year 1000 as a fortress, it now lies at the heart of Chianti Rufina DOCG wine production. Nearby, the Pomino area offers a different expression of Tuscan wine. Nestled in the hills at elevations up to 700 meters, Pomino’s cooler climate produces fresher, more aromatic, and lighter-bodied wines. Pomino was part of the world’s first official wine region classification in 1716, commissioned by the Grand Duke of Tuscany—predating both the French AOC and Italian DOC systems. In the 19th century, the Frescobaldi family pioneered the use of international grape varieties such as Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Merlot here, drawing inspiration from French techniques. Join us to discover and taste the unique character of these extraordinary places!