Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Top Tips
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Le strade del Gallo Nero
(€2.50) is a useful map of the wine-producing zone showing both major and second-
ary roads and including a comprehensive list of wine estates. It's available at newsstands throughout Chianti.
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Advance bookings are essential to visit Antinori nel Chianti Classico, Castello di Ama and the vineyards and
cellar at Badia a Passignano.
Take a Break
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Head to the picturesque hilltop village of
Volpaia
near Radda in Chianti to visit the
cantina
of the Castello di
Volpaia wine estate, enjoy a snack at
Bar Ucci
(
www.bar-ucci.it
)
or lunch at
Ristorante La Bottega
(
0577
73 80 01;
www.labottegadivolpaia.it
)
.
