ULIGNANO FARM FIELD GUIDE
Into the Cask: Barrel Wine Tasting Direct from the Cask in Ulignano, near San Gimignano
A focused, two-hour cellar session tasting wines straight from oak casks and learning to evaluate their aroma, tannin and aging potential while paired with Tuscan fare.
Into the Cask: Barrel Wine Tasting Direct from the Cask in Ulignano, near San Gimignano.
Step into a hidden world of winemaking with a rare barrel tasting in San Gimignano: an exclusive, immersive two-hour session that opens the cellar doors to guests, teaches how to read wines at different stages of aging, and pairs those barrel samples with Tuscan cheeses, salami, bruschetta and cantuccini.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Direct from the Barrel
Guests taste wines at various stages of aging directly from oak casks — access normally reserved for winery staff, revealing a different dimension of Tuscan winemaking.
Learn to Read a Barrel Wine
A guided session teaches how to navigate strong tannins, identify fruit, assess oak influence and evaluate a wine’s future potential — practical tasting skills you can apply beyond the cellar.
The Future in a Glass
The wines tasted in the barrel are age‑worthy vintages that will spend four to six years maturing before release, giving guests a rare glimpse of tomorrow’s celebrated bottles today.
What the day feels like
What the two‑hour cellar session feels like
For two hours a wine expert leads a small group into the cellar near San Gimignano to taste across the estate’s production — from Brunello di Montalcino to three Super Tuscan blends — sampling wines at different stages of oak aging and pairing them with Tuscan cheeses, salami, bruschetta, olive oils, balsamic and finishing cantuccini with dessert wine.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits best.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
If you require gluten‑free, vegan or vegetarian options, notify the operator at booking so alternatives can be prepared.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the barrel tasting last?
The experience runs for 2 hours.
Where do we meet for the tasting?
Meeting location is San Gimignano; the session takes place at the winery near San Gimignano.
What wines are tasted?
The tasting covers the estate’s full range, from Brunello di Montalcino to three Super Tuscan blends, sampled in barrel form.
Is food included?
Yes — Tuscan cheeses, salami, bruschetta, olive oils and balsamic vinegar are paired with the wines, and the session finishes with cantuccini and sweet dessert wine.
Are there dietary accommodations?
Gluten‑free, vegan and vegetarian menu alternatives are available on request; please inform the team at booking.
What is the typical price?
The headline price starts at €150.