Intimate.Wine

Wine Classes in Tuscany

At Intimate.Wine we offer 3 distinct private experiences:

Wine Tastings | Wine Classes | Chef dinners

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Wine Classes are a More In-Depth Way to Experience Wine

While our private wine tastings focus on enjoying the moment, our wine classes are designed to help you understand what you are tasting and why.

You will still enjoy great wine in a relaxed setting, just with more context, more confidence, and a deeper connection to the region.

More Interested in Private Wine Tastings?

Our wine classes in Tuscany are designed for those who are curious to learn, but want it to feel relaxed, conversational, and enjoyable. This is not a formal lesson. It is a guided wine tasting in Tuscany where you can ask questions, explore, and build confidence at your own pace.

This class promises to enhance your Italian experience as you savor the delights of wine and cuisine throughout your holiday.

Plan Your Wine Class

What This Experience Feels Like

Imagine sitting around a table in Tuscany, a glass in hand, learning about Italian wine without it ever feeling like a lesson. Our sommelier does just that.

The atmosphere is relaxed, the conversation flows naturally, and everything is shared in a way that feels easy to understand.

What We’ll Explore Together

Each session is shaped around your group, and includes:

How wine is made and what influences its style
How to taste wine with confidence
Exploring wines from the Tuscan region and around Italy
Ideal food and wine pairings

Always shared in a way that feels approachable and never overwhelming, it’s an Italian wine tasting class designed just for you.

Who This Is For

This experience is for you if:

You enjoy wine and you want to understand it better
You’re curious about Italian wines beyond the basics
You are curious to learn about Tuscan and Italian wine in a relaxed setting
You are traveling with friends, family, as a couple, or planning a retreat
You enjoy meaningful experiences over formal ones
You want something different and memorable to do while in Tuscany

What Our Clients Have to Say

    
 
 
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   Susan Cathro 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was a delightful experience. Massi shared his knowledge in an entertaining way. I learned, laughed, and enjoyed the flavours. Thank you for sharing your love of the wine and the beautiful Chianti region.
  
 
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   Brenda Beaudoin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. At a recent trip to Greve in Chianti, Tuscany, we experienced a lovely wine tasting with our host Massi, a sommelier at Intimate Wine winery. Massi presented three Chianti Wines - Classico, Classico Riserva and Classico Gran Selezione, and described the different sensations on the palate of each type. It was a fun and informative wine tasting, and I definitely recommend enjoying this experience with Massi!
  
 
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   Dave Warnica 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I thoroughly enjoyed Massi's wine tasting event. He came to our accommodation to make it easy for us. Massi is a very knowledgeable sommelier, sharing many tips for serving wine, food pairings, and made it humorous, relaxing and informative. I'd do it again!
  
 
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   Barb Crowe 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently spent four nights in Greve in Chianti, Tuscany. We reached out to Massi and Emily at Intimate.Wine  who arranged the most amazing experiences for us. We had a cooking class with Chef Giovanni with a wine pairing with Massi  (a sommelier).  In typical Italian style, together we made a five course meal in the comfort of our apartment we rented. (Accommodation also arranged by Intimate.Wine). It was the best ever cooking class. The next day Massi toured us to a couple of unique wineries. Both with very different concepts of wine producing and both offering amazing wines. We stopped for lunch at a lovely restaurant that overlooked the vineyards. Unforgettable days.  Massi and Emily recommended restaurants and other things for us to do. They went above and beyond to even make us dinner reservations, reservations for an olive oil tasting and connected us with a guide in Siena.  Oh yes and Emily introduced us to a Stained Glass Master who let us in for a sneak peak behind the scenes where this art takes place. Thank you so much Emily and Massi.
  
 
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   Bruce Murray 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We connected with Massi in advance via email and discussed how best to visit Chianti Classico. He was raised there, knows wine and knows everyone. The itinerary he planned for us was exactly what we hoped for. We connected in Greve and we spent two days with him. He was incredibly helpful in every way. I would give him our highest recommendation.
  
 
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   Sandi L 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our wine tasting was fantastic!! Massi did a private wine tasting for us and everyone loved it!
  
 
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   Joel Brown 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Massi arranged a terrific chef dinner for us at our vacation apartment, where he hosted and served as sommelier. As we were staying in his area, he also graciously helped us with various other dinner plans and logistics when some parts of our trip plans went awry. He is deeply knowledgeable about food and wine and the Chianti region and just basically a really good guy. HIGHLY recommended.
  
 
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   Elizabeth Patenaude 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. On a recent trip to Italy our party of six ran into a few snags, an inability to rent a car being the most noteworthy. Originally, Massimiliano was only contracted to organize a dinner for us. He hired a personal chef and orchestrated a wonderful four course dinner that we will be talking about for years to come. When he found out that we had no transportation to a couple of dinners off premise he offered his assisitance.  At one point he even did some shopping for us.  His level of accommodation was over and above anything we had a right to expect. Obviously, he was paid for his services but in light of our desperate circumstances his bill was most agreeable. Also, and most importantly, he is a gem of a guy and we connected with him in a most personal manner.  He will remain one of the highlights of what turned out to be, thanks to his assistance, a great trip.
  
 
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   Belinda Abbott 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Intimate Wines curated an unforgettable dining experience during our group visit to a villa in Tuscany. Everything from the beautiful table setting to the incredible food, wine pairing with dinner, and attentive service was delivered at an exceptional level of quality. No detail was missed. On top of that, Emily and Massi were warm and friendly hosts who were willing and ready to take care of any needs that popped up on the night. I highly recommend using Intimate Wines for your next group event!
  
 
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   Eric Sakawsky 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The absolute best! Professional, fun, and their food and wine is delicious. Would highly recommend. 👍