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Why Chianti? Why Now? Why with a Sommelier?

Jul 28, 2025

Let’s start with this: we live here. Right in the heart of Chianti. In Greve in Chianti, to be exact — the center of Chianti Classico (it’s in the name), where the cobblestones are worn smooth by generations of footsteps and the pace of life is still set by the sun,...

Why Hiring a Local Sommelier Might Be the Best Thing You Do in Italy

Jun 30, 2025

We hire guides for everything, don’t we? To walk us through ancient ruins, tell the stories behind Renaissance paintings, and teach us how to roll perfect handmade pasta. But there’s one expert often overlooked, or under booked, on an Italian adventure: the sommelier....

Rituals Of Taste: An Invitation To Experience Intimate.Wine

Jun 1, 2025

How do you explain something that feels more like a memory than a moment?I’ve been searching for the right words to describe Intimate.Wine. It’s not just a wine tasting - it’s an immersion. A connection. A way of honoring place, people, and presence. It’s the gentle...

Taste Tuscany: An Immersive Wine Journey in Your Villa

May 3, 2025

Italy's rich wine heritage is not only about the vineyards and cellars - it's a celebration of culture, tradition, and connection. At Intimate.Wine, we invite you to deepen your appreciation for Italian wine through our immersive In-Villa Wine Class experience....

What you didn’t know about renting a Villa in Tuscany, Italy

Apr 7, 2025

When dreaming of an idyllic getaway, few places evoke the sense of charm and tranquility like a villa in Tuscany. Nestled amidst rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, and ancient olive groves, a Tuscan villa promises a unique blend of rustic beauty and luxurious...

What Our Clients Have to Say

    
 
 
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   Arlena Nguyen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very knowledgeable and made the day tour very pleasant! Highly recommend
  
 
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   Long Hoang 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Massi was absolutely the best! He is a local and has great relationships with the wineries and restaurants in the area. We felt like celebrities because many of them are friends with Massi and treated us with so much hospitality. Massi has a long career in wine and taught us so much, it was wonderful. The whole experience was very intimate. The experience felt like hanging out with a good friend for 5 hours, eating great Tuscan food, drinking great Tuscan wine, and walking away a Chianti wine expert (jk). Highly recommend! It was the highlight of our trip to Tuscany!
  
 
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   Laurel May 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My husband and I spent a wonderful day last week with Massimiliano touring the Chianti Classico area just north of Siena where we were staying for a few days. Massi took us to two boutique wineries: Nittardi and Podere Poggio Scalette.  We tasted a selection of their fine wines and enjoyed hearing about the history of both wineries, the growing of the vines, and their processes of winemaking. In between the winery visits, we had a delicious lunch at Osteria Le Panzanelle in Lucarelli.  The views of the Chianti landscape during the drive were beautiful and Massi was a wonderful, knowledgeable guide. We highly recommend Intimate.Wine for private wine tours.
  
 
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   Cheryl Baldwin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an amazing experience with Chef Giovanni, Emily and Massi.  The hands on experience was a huge amount of experience and a great learning experience. Then wow, the food at the end, despite working with amateurs, was amazing.  Thanks so much for a wonderful and memorable experience.
  
 
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   Kim Lefebvre 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our visit to the Chianti region with Massi was the highlight of our trip to Florence. As a single mom with a teen daughter navigating Europe for the first time, I was grateful to have a safe option that was recommended by a travel agent I trust. We were picked up by Massi at our hotel, and we instantly felt safe and comfortable with him. We had a great conversation during our drive, and learned a lot about Italian life and customs. The winery tour was intimate and cozy with one other small group, and the wine was fantastic! Then we went for a lovely authentic Italian lunch in a beautiful small town. It was a perfect day and we will remember it forever!
  
 
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   Donna Strong 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Despite 3 amateur cooks in the kitchen, Chef Giovanni made it seem so easy to cook delicious Italian dishes. I loved the hands on experience, making pasta for the first time! The final result was a multi-course yummy meal that was enjoyed by all.
  
 
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   Sheri 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What an amazing experience.making pasta and enjoying vino 💕 highly recommend it Chef is patient experienced and charismatic
  
 
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   Michele McElderry 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our Chef dinner and wine pairing evening in Florence was one of the highlights of my recent trip! Massimiliano and team were just amazing 🤩! Chef provided delicious courses and our wine selection added to our delight. Intimate Wine is a must do for all looking to make fond memories.
  
 
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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!