Montefioralle Divino

A stone village that becomes an open-air winery

Perched on the hills above Greve in Chianti, in the heart of Tuscany, Montefioralle is one of those medieval villages that seem to have stepped out of an antique print: double walls, cobblestone alleys, stone houses, and a panoramic position overlooking the Chianti Classico vineyards. Every year, in late September, this jewel of the Florence province hosts Montefioralle Divino, the event that has made this tiny hamlet a recognized destination for wine lovers.

The event is organized by the Montefioralle Winegrowers Association, which brings together the wineries of one of the smallest and most prestigious Additional Geographical Units (UGA) of the Chianti Classico. During the festival, local producers open their tasting stands along the streets and in the central Piazza Santo Stefano, allowing visitors to freely sample wines directly from the winemakers.

Chianti Classico in all its forms

The common thread is, naturally, Chianti Classico, presented in the three categories that define its quality hierarchy: Annata, the freshest and most immediate expression; Riserva, with longer aging; and Gran Selezione, the pinnacle of the denomination. Historically participating wineries include Altiero, Castello di Verrazzano, Le Palaie, Montefioralle, Podere Campriano, San Cresci, Terre di Melazzano, Terreno, Podere Somigli, and Villa Calcinaia.

Beyond the open tasting stands, the program includes guided tastings led by experts, who delve into vintages and styles with horizontal comparisons between the village's producers: a way to grasp the nuances of a small but surprisingly varied terroir.

More than just wine: gastronomy and atmosphere

• Gourmet food stalls in the square, with cuisine curated by Novecento and the Bar-Circolo of Montefioralle.
• The village restaurants — Il Desio, Il Guerrino, and La Castellana — serve their signature dishes throughout the event.
• Direct wine sales, so you can take home the bottles you've tasted.
• The chance to stroll through one of the most beautiful villages in the Chianti region, with a backdrop of rolling vineyards.

A tradition rooted in the land

Founded in 2015, the event has grown edition after edition to become one of the most anticipated wine tourism appointments in the Chianti calendar. Its success stems from a simple, authentic formula: a few producers, all from the same village, sharing their stories in a setting of rare beauty. For visitors, it is an opportunity to connect directly with the winemakers, far from the crowded trade fairs, and to discover the identity of a special corner of Chianti Classico, nestled between Greve in Chianti and the Tuscan hills.