Hunting for Emotions: Truffles, Wine & Authentic Tuscan Flavors

Premium Truffle Hunting Experience, Gourmet Lunch & Vinsanto Tasting in San Gimignano

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  • Authentic and breathtaking scenery
  • Food experience
  • Scenic Drive
  • Walking Tour
  • Wine Taste

Hunting for Emotions: Truffles, Wine & Authentic Tuscan Flavors

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Description

Discover the most authentic flavors of Tuscany with an exclusive experience that combines nature, gastronomy, and winemaking traditions in the heart of the rolling hills surrounding San Gimignano.

Your day begins with a warm welcome before setting off on an exciting truffle hunting adventure through the estate’s picturesque woodlands. Accompanied by an expert truffle hunter and highly trained dogs, you will learn the secrets of truffle hunting and discover what makes these prized treasures of the earth so unique and sought after around the world.

Following the truffle hunt, enjoy a refined gourmet lunch at the winery, complemented by a comprehensive tasting of premium Tuscan wines, extra virgin olive oils, and aged balsamic vinegar. The menu features traditional local specialties, including Tuscan appetizers, truffle tagliolini, truffle lasagna, roasted meat with seasonal side dishes, and dessert paired with a sweet dessert wine.

In the afternoon, the experience continues at the historic San Quirico Winery in San Gimignano. Here, you will enjoy a guided tour of the vineyards and production cellar, gaining insight into the winemaking process and the estate’s dedication to preserving local traditions.

The highlight of the visit is exclusive access to the traditional Vinsantaia, where you will witness the tapping of Vinsanto directly from the ancient caratelli barrels, experiencing a centuries-old ritual that has been passed down through generations.

The day concludes with a guided tasting of exceptional dessert wines and Vinsanto, perfectly paired with traditional Tuscan cantuccini almond biscuits.

Itinerary

10:30 AM – Welcome at Tenuta Torciano Winery
10:45 AM – Guided truffle hunt with an expert truffle hunter and trained dogs
12:00 PM – Gourmet lunch with wine, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar tasting
2:30 PM – Arrival at San Quirico Winery and guided tour
3:00 PM – Visit to the Vinsantaia and tasting of Vinsanto and dessert wines
3:30 / 4:00 PM – End of the experience

This unique sensory journey combines the thrill of truffle hunting, the excellence of Tuscan cuisine, and the charm of San Gimignano’s centuries-old winemaking traditions, creating an unforgettable experience in the heart of Tuscany.

Contacts

For more information, you can contact customer service via email or on WhatsApp (from 9:30 to 17:30)

EMAIL: info@derasmo.it

PHONE: +39 02 21119178

Notes

Guests with food allergies, intolerances, or special dietary requirements are kindly requested to notify our staff at the time of booking and prior to the tasting experience.

Gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan menu options are available upon request. Please notify us at the time of booking.