La Ciarliana - Tuscan Winery — Attraction in Unione dei Comuni Valdichiana Senese

La Carliana is a lovely “little” family run winery that will provide you with a personalised experience.

If you’re looking for a wine tour/tasting, I can only recommend this place. We’ve arrived to Montepulciano early in the afternoon with no plans except knowing we want to go on a wine tasting tour. La Carliana was recommended to us by our hotel staff and was totally worth it. They managed to squeeze us in an hour after our arrival to the hotel which was very convenient.

The place isn’t massive but our tour guide (I think her name was Sara) frequently stopped and explained everything to us. She was very knowledgeable about the history of the winery as well as how the current processes function.

The tour was concluded by wine tasting with a small plate of appetisers. We’ve tasted 5 of their wines with explanations for scent and taste (we love wine but this was our first wine tasting ever so we had no idea what to do when wine tasting) and what foods pair well with each wine.

The cost of the tour was 22€ per person including the tasting. The tour was meant to be 1 hour long, but ended up lasting around 1 hour 20 mins. It was just the two of us making the experience that much more personalised.

We’ve really enjoyed our time and can highly recommend the winery as well as our guide.

P.S. We ended up leaving with 4 bottles so that also tells you their wine...

Sara provided an exceptional tour of La Ciarliana winery, showcasing not only her extensive knowledge of the winemaking process but also her deep understanding of Italian traditions and Tuscan history. She effortlessly fielded all of our questions, including those from two PhD chemists in our group. Sara's ability to explain the intricate relationship between wine and food in Italian culture added a delightful layer to the experience, making it not just educational but also deeply enriching. Moreover, the wines we sampled were truly exceptional, each sip a symphony of flavors that danced on the palate, leaving a lasting impression of the winery's craftsmanship. Sara's passion for wine and dedication to sharing it with others truly shone through, making our tour both informative and enjoyable. I highly recommend Sara as a tour guide for anyone seeking an authentic and insightful wine-tasting...

Our visit to La Ciarliana was nothing short of magical, and much of that is thanks to the incredible hospitality of Sylva. From the moment we arrived, she welcomed us with such warmth and genuine kindness—it felt like we were visiting a dear friend rather than a winery. Sylva’s passion for the wine, the land, and the history of La Ciarliana was infectious. She shared stories, answered our questions with thoughtfulness and expertise, and made the entire experience feel deeply personal. Her warmth turned a simple tasting into a treasured memory. And the wine? Absolutely phenomenal. Every pour was a masterpiece—rich, expressive, and clearly made with care and love. This wasn’t just a wine tasting—it was an immersion into the heart and soul of Tuscany. If you’re visiting the region, do not miss this gem. Thank you, Sylva, for making our time at La Ciarliana truly unforgettable. We can’t wait...