Unforgettable moments await at Corte Pavone winery, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Montalcino, Tuscany. This is more than just a wine tour; it’s a journey into the soul of organic viticulture and a celebration of the Sangiovese grape. As you approach the estate, you will be greeted by the breathtaking beauty of the Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage site of rolling hills and cypress-lined roads that have captivated artists and travelers for centuries.

Your adventure begins with a guided tour of the stunning vineyards. The knowledgeable team at Corte Pavone will walk you through the very same rows of Sangiovese vines that produce their world-renowned wines. You’ll discover the secrets of their sustainable, biodynamic practices, a philosophy passed down through generations of the Loacker family. Learn how the unique microclimate and diverse soils of their 18-hectare estate contribute to the complexity and character of each vintage. The journey continues to the grape processing area and the evocative cross-vaulted cellar, a space where time seems to stand still. Here, you’ll be enveloped by the aromas of aging wine and fine oak barrels, and you’ll learn about the intricate process of winemaking, from fermentation to clarification, and the art of aging.

After your insightful tour, prepare for a culinary experience that is nothing short of magical. The grand finale is a meticulously crafted lunch in the winery’s elegant tasting room or on the terrace, offering panoramic views of the Tuscan countryside. This is where the true essence of Corte Pavone comes alive. You will be seated to enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch, a symphony of local flavors designed to perfectly complement the wines you’re about to taste.

The wine tasting itself is an exquisite affair. You’ll sample a selection of Corte Pavone’s finest creations, a true testament to the versatility of the Sangiovese grape. This includes their celebrated Brunello di Montalcino, a wine of great structure and elegance, along with their sun-kissed Rosso di Montalcino and a lively sparkling rose. Each sip tells a story of the land and the passion of the people who tend it. The expert staff will guide you through each wine, explaining its unique notes and characteristics, making you feel like a true sommelier.

Now you have the perfect basis to taste our wines at a tasting in the tasting space or on the terrace. Seated at a table, we will serve 6 wines in 3 flights. After a short introduction to each flight, you can taste the wines independently.

You can choose between 4 different tasting options:
Dynamic Brunello Cru Tasting:
This tasting concentrates on our Brunelli and its different single vineyards.
• 6 Brunelli: 1 vintage Brunello, 3 Brunello Cru & 2 Brunello Cru Riserva •

Signature Corte Pavone Tasting:
Get the perfect overview of the Corte Pavone range and learn how we produce so many different wines from one grape variety, Sangiovese.
• Le Perle di Pavone Spumante, Rosso di Montalcino, Levante, Brunello di Montalcino, Brunello Cru, Brunello Cru Riserva •

Maremma & Montalcino Tasting:
If you want to discover how different two wine regions with only 70 kilometers of distance can taste, this is the tasting for you. Here you can taste wines from our winery Valdifalco from Maremma and from Corte Pavone from Montalcino.
• 6 selected wines to show the terroir and the differences between our wineries •

Signature Valdifalco Tasting:
With this tasting, you can fully experience the Maremma region and our there located winery Valdifalco
• 6 wines that perfectly reflect the terroir and uniqueness of the Maremma region •

Highlights of Montalcino: Corte Pavone winery Guided Tour and Wine Tasting

• Experience the scents and flavors of 6 delicious Tuscan wines
• Touch, smell, and see the vineyards, winery, and cellar with a guide
• Sit down to learn all about the region’s wines production history
• Get to the bottom of the origins wine, starting with where the grapes come from

• Winery visit
• Tour of the vaulted wine cellar
• Wine tasting
• Water

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Coming from Montalcino, drive in the direction of Grosseto, S. Angelo in Colle. After about 1 km, turn right at the crossroads and drive about 3 km in the direction of Castiglion Del Bosco. Keep right until reaching a large avenue with cypress trees, which is the entrance to the Corte Pavone Winery.

Not suitable for

• Pregnant women