Guided Wine Tasting at Expo Chianti Classico 2025
This year again, in collaboration with the Chianti Classico Wine Consortium, we are pleased to offer a series of tastings and deep dives into the wines and olive oils of our region, with 5 Guided Tastings led by Experts and Sommeliers.
Here is the full Tasting Program:
Saturday, 13 September
12:00 PM – Council Hall, Town Hall
Olio (DOP) su tela
A journey to discover Chianti Classico PDO Olive Oil, paired with iconic works of classic and modern art. A tasting-experience combining gastronomic excellence and artistic beauty.
Hosted by: Roberto Rappuoli – Technical Manager, Chianti Classico PDO Olive Oil Consortium
Duration: ~50 minutes
Tasting: €15
4:00 PM – Council Hall, Town Hall
Chianti Classico Typologies: Annata
Explore the Gallo Nero quality pyramid with a focus on the three classifications of Chianti Classico.
Hosted by: Luca Marchiani – Master Sommelier AIS – Chianti Classico 2025/26
Duration: ~50 minutes
Tasting: €15
6:30 PM – Council Hall, Town Hall
Chianti Classico Typologies: Riserva
A deep dive into the Gallo Nero quality pyramid with tasting of three Riserva styles.
Hosted by: Luca Marchiani – Master Sommelier AIS – Chianti Classico 2025/26
Duration: ~40 minutes
Tasting: €15 | Max 40 seats
Sunday, 14 September
3:30 PM – Council Hall, Town Hall
Chianti Classico Typologies: Gran Selezione
A guided tasting exploring the highest tier of the Gallo Nero pyramid: the Gran Selezione.
Hosted by: Luca Marchiani – Master Sommelier AIS – Chianti Classico 2025/26
Duration: ~40 minutes
Tasting: €15
6:30 PM – Giardino Incontri
The Black Rooster and its Pairings
Tasting of Chianti Classico and Vinsanto paired with gourmet dishes from local Greve restaurants.
Hosted by: Luca Marchiani – Master Sommelier AIS – Chianti Classico 2025/26
Duration: ~1h30
Tasting: €25
ℹ️ Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start.
In case of delay over 15 minutes, your seat may be reassigned.
Payment to be made on site at the tasting reception.
How does it work???
As every year, the cellars of the area are the fulcrum of the event and even if this year they will not be in the square to present their wines directly, you will still have the opportunity to taste many
The Map of the Wineries
Also this year there will be 64 wineries present in Piazza Matteotti for the 53rd Expo Chianti Classico. At the stands of the wineries, which come from all over the Chianti Classico area, it will be