In the shadow of medieval towers, where cypress trees punctuate honey-colored hills, Tuscany’s winemaking legacy unfolds like chapters in an ancient manuscript. Here, the morning mist clings to vine-covered slopes as third-generation vignerons unlock cellars that smell of oak, time, and tradition.
The magic happens in converted monastery chapels turned tasting rooms, where sunlight filters through stone archways onto bottles dusted with decades of patience. At Tenuta di Capezzana, the Contini Bonacossi family pour their Carmignano DOCG while recounting how their ancestors first planted these vines in 1925. The wine carries notes of cherry and leather, each sip revealing the volcanic soils of Monte Albano.
Venture into Chianti Classico’s heart, where family-run estates like Castello di Verrazzano offer vertical tastings in candlelit caves. Their Sangiovese tells stories of terroir through subtle shifts in minerality—the 2018 vintage singing with blackcurrant intensity, while the 2016 whispers of earth and herbs. These aren’t simply tastings; they’re conversations with the land itself.
Our upcoming Karma Curated experiences transform this discovery into unforgettable journeys. From Grove to Glass celebrates liquid gold alongside exceptional wines, while Flavoursome Fungi pairs vintage bottles with foraged treasures. The Digital Detox retreat offers mindful tastings, and Secrets of the Tuscan Truffle Hunters combines wine with adventure. Don’t miss tasting our very own Karma Chianti—a classic expression of Tuscan excellence.
