Montespertoli: A Sparkling Journey to Tuscany’s Wine Region
Nestled on a smooth hilltop in Chianti, Montespertoli is only 12.4 miles from Florence. The countryside has a postcard-perfect panorama with its rolling hills covered in vineyards and olive groves. There are unpaved roads lined with cypress trees as well as quaint shops, restaurants and coffee bars, and a piazza for festivals. A most sought after location among noble families from Florence for its array of centuries-old castles and villas, Montespertoli is the quintessential Tuscan destination.
Best Time to Visit
Months of April, May, June, September, and October pleasantly fuse good weather with good prices for hotel and airfare making these months the best time to visit Montespertoli. Months of July and August as well as Easter and Christmas are peak dates so expect higher prices during these times. Another great time to visit is during the Chianti Festival in May. Dedicated to Chianti wines the area produces, the festival additionally showcases food products from the area as well as live music in the evenings.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The best way to experience the grandeur of Montegufoni Castle, the former residence of the noble Acciaioli family dating back to the second half of the 12th century is to book your stay at this upscale apartment hotel. Other lodging options in the area include the relaxed Hotel Gabry or the casual Il Molino del Ponte along one of Chianti's oldest wine roads and near Azienda Agricola Ammirabile, a small family wine-producing farm and Castle of Sonnino, a winery that used to be the residence of an Italian statesman.