Chianti is an area of Tuscany, Italy made famous by the red wine of the same name. It has much to offer for a visitor interested in wine, food and natural beauty. Many of the wineries are open for a tour and a tasting, and some offer accommodation services as well. Chianti web-cam real time webcam http://grevecam.ateliermedia.com/ Greve in Chianti -situated at what was the crossroads of an important road axis in past times. It developed predominantly as a market town, with a large market being held in the unusual triangular piazza lined with porticoes, which is still always busy and lively. The parish church of the town, dedicated to the Santa Croce, contains a triptych by Bicci di Lorenzo. The Museo di Arte Sacra has very recently been opened in the former convent of San Francesco; it houses an important collection of paintings, sculptures, vestments and liturgical furnishings, a tangible sign of the artistic vitality of the local district. Greve is surrounded by delightful villages, such as Montefioralle with its stone houses and paved streets, or Panzano not far from which is the fine Romanesque church of San Leolino, with a five-arch sixteenth-century portico. The interior houses precious works of art. There are also many castles in the surroundings of Greve; originally defensive bastions they are now elegant residences or famous estates; Uzzano, Verrazzano (the name here recalls the famous navigator Giovanni da Verrazzano), Vicchiomaggio, Vignamaggio (where Leonardo's famous Mona Lisa was born), and Lamole, to name but a few. Of considerable interest in terms of landscape is the Monte San Michele, the highest peak in Chianti (892 m). Where is Greve in Chianti: is located in the middle of Florence province, at the beginning of the Chianti area How to reach Greve in Chianti: From Florence, direction south on the Chiantigiana road S222. Florence is 26 Km far Nearby: Visit the Chianti area, Panzano in Chianti, Radda and Castellina in Chianti. Distances: Florence 26 Km - Siena 37 Km - Arezzo 83 Km - Pisa 105 Km Correct name is Greve in Chianti Common mistakes are Creve, Crede, Grede, Cianti, Chionti Cities of Chianti TuscanyThe region is an invaluable treasure for those who are interested in exploring the eno-gastronomic culture of Tuscany. See also: Wine tourism#Italy With serious competition only from a few neighboring regions in Tuscany and from Piedmont, Chianti is one of Italy's prime wine regions. The best way to tour the wineries and sample their products is on the last Sunday of May when many producers throughout Italy open their doors for the festival of Cantine Aperte. Tastings are free and reservations unnecessary, so if you like wine and happen to be in Tuscany at the time, this is a fantastic opportunity for you. You should however keep in mind that not all the wine produced in Chianti is exceptional and that some of the best producers do not even participate in Cantine Aperte, so it makes sense to plan ahead and be choosy. Olive groves are also the region's pride, and while it is not normally possible to visit an oil press, olive oil can be purchased directly from the producers. Olives are pressed in November and December and the olio nuovo or new oil, which is very piquant for the first several months, is especially prized on bruschetta and ribollita. Chainti Wine producers- Castelli del Grevepesa, Via Grevigiana 34, 50024 Mercatale, San Casciano Val di Pesa (FI), ☎ 39 055 821911, [1]. A cooperative producer with some good wines for an excellent price. No tours available though.
- Castello di Querceto, Via A. François, 2, 50020 Greve in Chianti (FI), ☎ ( 39) 055 85921, [2]. 10.30-17.30. From traditional Chianti to more modern Super Tuscans. Tour and tasting 10 €/person.
- Fattoria Selvapiana, Località Selvapiana, 50068 Rufina (FI), ☎ 39 055 8369848, [3]. One of the best producers in the exciting Rùfina subregion of Chianti.
- Fontodi, 50020 Panzano in Chianti, ☎ 39 055 852005, [4]. Chianti Classico and Super Tuscans. Also olive oil.
- Querciabella, Via di Barbiano 17, 50022 Greve in Chianti FI, ☎ 39 055 8592 7777, [5]. Award winning Super Tuscans.
- Villa Cafaggio, Via San Martino in Cecione 5, 50022 Panzano in Chianti (FI), ☎ 055/8549094, [6]. Quality producer of Chianti Classico. Visits from Mon to Sat by appointment.
Chianti Wine Tours- Chianti Wine Tours, [7]. One of the best ways to get to know the wines of Chianti is to take a private tour with a minibus and driver-guide. In addition to guaranteeing a well-informed commentary, this approach ensures that the vineyards you visit are open when you arrive and means you do not have to "taste" and drive.
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