Castello di Poppiano is perched on the cascading hills of Tuscany in a small town called Montespertoli. The castle, only a short drive from Florence, belongs to the Guicciardini family. After having housed many Florentine masterpieces since the times of World War II, this family is now taking care of the castle and it’s grounds since decades. I was in the area in 2013 and took a tour of wine tasting in Castello di Poppiano with Tuscany Bike Tours.
Wine Tasting in Castello di Poppiano
Castello Poppiano:
The area of Tuscany called Chianti Colli Fiorentini is where the gorgeous castle is situated. Poppiano offers traditional Tuscan wines that are made between the Virginio and Pesa valley of this area. Castello Poppiano also has it’s own production of olive oil since the 15th century. There are several varieties to taste and purchase.
From the office of Tuscany Bike Tours in Florence, it was a 40 minute drive to the lush green vineyards and striking castle. The bike tour offered a wine tasting and lunch along with a visit to the inside of the castle. It was totally worth the cost of €80! (please check website for current prices)
Although I am not fond of riding the bike, I was given the option to travel in the van with my fun guide Lorenzo. He shared many stories and anecdotes of Tuscany that I will always cherish!
Following are some photos from my tour:
Castello di Poppiano
the view from Poppiano
The greens of Poppiano
The castle grounds
Castello di Poppiano from afar
Located in this quiet part of Tuscany, the Poppiano castle is tiny but beautiful. The best part if climbing the top of the castle to see the gorgeous views of the Tuscan countryside. The tall gorgeous cypress trees just make everything dreamy! I highly recommend visiting this part of Tuscany.
How to Reach Castello Poppiano:
The best way to reach this castle is to hire a car or take a tour. From Florence, take a right turn from the village of San Quirico and the castle is only 1.5 kms!
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Priyanka Mahajan
November 22, 2016 at 9:00 amlooks like a day well spent for wine lover 🙂
Ishita
July 13, 2017 at 12:37 pmThanks PM
afarawayhome
November 14, 2016 at 4:37 am… but how was the wine?!
Ishita
November 14, 2016 at 3:43 pmIt was very good too. All in all a great experience.
MyBookJacket
November 6, 2016 at 12:57 pmThis looks absolutely beautiful as always. I really have to practice holding my alcohol if I want to do this.
Ishita
November 6, 2016 at 3:22 pmHaha. You will n its fun 😉 thank you!
Lyn
November 6, 2016 at 12:53 amLooks like a perfect day. Your photos are lovely
Ishita
November 6, 2016 at 3:20 pmGrazie Lyn :* special day
Ishita
November 7, 2016 at 9:16 amLyn you might have missed the Books on Italy post. I’d like you to read it 🙂 published it last week
Lyn
November 7, 2016 at 10:18 amThanks Ishita. I am travelling at present so will read it when I can.
Ishita
November 7, 2016 at 11:31 amLovely cara. Buon viaggio!
Ticker Eats The World
November 5, 2016 at 9:26 pm🍷😍
Tanja
November 5, 2016 at 3:09 pmnice!
ravenhawks magazine
November 5, 2016 at 8:22 amReblogged this on ravenhawks' magazine and commented:
beautiful views thank you for sharing.
Ishita
November 5, 2016 at 10:59 amAlways welcome <3
The Wayfarer
November 4, 2016 at 11:08 pmNever been wine-tasting in Tuscany, but we did do this cooking class just outside Florence where we learned to make pasta. Then the lady who owned the house cooked the rest of the meal, and of course there was lots of wine! I would love to go back and just float from winery to winery.
Ishita
July 13, 2017 at 12:36 pmI dont know how I missed reverting to you!! which place did you take the cooking class?? Me too 😉
The Wayfarer
July 13, 2017 at 4:49 pmI don’t remember the name of the company; my parents booked the whole thing!
foodinbooks
November 4, 2016 at 10:52 pmHow wonderful! this is on my list of places to visit when I return to Italy in the next couple of years.
Ishita
November 4, 2016 at 11:17 pmIt’s always fun to share where you have been and see others go on your recommendation 🙂
karenincalabria
November 4, 2016 at 9:48 pmBeautiful, but I don’t see the pool.
Ishita
November 4, 2016 at 9:49 pmLook closely toward the right side further
karenincalabria
November 4, 2016 at 9:51 pmThat looks like a pond.
Ishita
November 4, 2016 at 9:56 pmBut it isn’t one 😉 its quite huge if you look closely
Joyce Poggi Hager
November 4, 2016 at 9:25 pmGorgeous. Was there two years ago and would love to return.
Ishita
November 4, 2016 at 9:48 pmWonderful Joyce. Tuscany has a special charm no matter how touristy certain areas are
Darlene
November 4, 2016 at 9:18 pmLooks so wonderful. I have not been to Tuscany yet but I can see why you love it.
Ishita
November 4, 2016 at 9:48 pmSomeday soon for you, I hope!