Tuscany to live and savor among unforgettable experiences and excellent wines at Podere Casanova di Montepulciano

About ten minutes from its enchanting historic center ( preferred location for many films and TV series , starting with "The Medici: Master of Florence" with the Oscar-winning Dustin Hoffman and the Game of Thrones star Richard Madden ), but immersed in the tranquility of nature, Podere Casanova - with its renowned cellar and beautiful farmhouse - is a welcoming microcosm in the open countryside where you can spend a few hours between guided tastings and various outdoor activities , or indulge in pleasant days of vacation for a relaxing break away from the crowds.

Wine tasting and visits to the cellar This summer, and for next autumn (sweet and wonderful season to enjoy the wonder of the Tuscan countryside), Podere Casanova welcomes visitors with a series of pleasant experiences , all to be tried and savored, ranging from to complement the traditional visits to the cellar with guided tastings during which it will be possible to discover, among other things, how the famous Nobile di Montepulciano is born, very ancient and renowned over the centuries, whose origins date back as far as the eighth century. A wine that has a prominent place in the Italian wine scene, given that it was the first to have obtained the DOCG, the Controlled and Guaranteed Designation of Origin, back in 1980. You can choose from various wine tastings, including Debutto, Cortigiana and Del Casanova with a variable number of wines, accompanied by snacks or a platter of local products. It is not necessary to book in advance, but it is advisable to contact the winery.

Dinners and Picnics among the rows And so, among the proposals, the Lunches and Dinners among the rows with delicious grilled fine Tuscan meats, preceded by guided tours of the cellar and Picnics with wine tasting in the vineyards: everyone can choose the corner that you prefer to stop and enjoy the delicacies of the area combined with your favorite type of wine in peace. To help visitors discover the enchanting surroundings of Montepulciano, guided tours are also organized to discover the Val di Chiana and the Val d'Orcia, with their fairytale landscapes and stupendous ancient villages. You can choose whether to do them on a Vespa, on horseback or on a bicycle. All conclude with a visit to the cellar and a wine tasting with a light and tasty lunch. Among the proposed walks, the one that leads to the Natural Reserve of Lake Montepulciano is enchanting. A visit to the sixteenth-century Ferriera del Bonano is a unique experience, a magical place in the thick woods of the Casentino where the ancient forges are still in operation. It is possible to personalize both the tours and the tastings and the reservation must be made at least 5 days in advance.

Farmhouse adults only For those who have the pleasure of enjoying a holiday in the countryside (short or long), the farm adults only housed in an old farmhouse annexed to the cellar is a small oasis of relaxation and freedom. Its three welcoming apartments - furnished in an urban country chic style - are independent of each other and, fully equipped with kitchen and crockery, have private green spaces that guarantee total privacy and in each there is a fireplace outside for the barbecue. Rented together, they are ideal for those who want to take advantage of their holiday to spend time with a small group of friends or family and have the whole house to themselves. At guests' disposal, a luxuriant organic garden of vegetables, aromatic herbs, strawberries, small fruits to be picked and brought to the table and a large swimming pool among the vineyards with solarium .

Rebus by Antonio Devetag at the Podere Casanova Wine Art Shop In the historic center of Montepulciano, wine is combined with art at the Podere Casanova Wine Art Shop , an elegant wine shop and art gallery that gives space and enhances contemporary painters and sculptors, obtained from the renovation of an ancient Renaissance house in the very central Via di Gracciano nel Corso, which leads towards the spectacular Piazza Grande. A pleasant and informal meeting place where you can enjoy a pleasant break among art, excellent wines, tasting of fine local products . Until November 5th, it hosts the Personal Rebus by Antonio Devetag . Professional journalist and blogger, Antonio Devetag, was general manager of Mittelfest, one of the most famous festivals on the European scene. His dreamlike and surreal paintings, full of esoteric references and symbols, open questions about what is hidden behind Appearance and investigate the unconscious