It was around 2:00 a.m. in Manila and I couldn’t sleep. So, instead of prolonging my agony tossing and turning, I turned to my phone and started scrolling through my IG feed. I stumbled upon this surrealistic photo of a long table under fairy lights amidst a vineyard—things I only usually get see on Food Network Channel or the movies. After some more scrolling, following hashtag trails, I finally landed on the main feed of Querceto di Castellina, a family-run organic winery and agriturismo in the Chianti Classico.
Querceto di Castellina is located in Querceto, between the Sienese towns of Castellina and Radda in Chianti. They host a series of vineyard dinners during summer featuring their organic wines and traditional regional dishes prepared by Ristorante Albergaccio Di Castellina. Luck was on our side to have scored two seats because they do sell out fast.
We arrived at Querceto di Castellina with high expectations and I am happy we were not disappointed. It was a charming vineyard dinner experience. We had aperitif on the terrace with a view of gentle slopes covered with vineyards followed by a series of scrumptious Italian dishes at dinner. I was eager to taste their L’AURA Chianti Classico but also ended up falling in love with their Rosé, Furtivo. Its striking freshness and crispiness makes it the ideal summer wine.
Our experience was astounding. From the most scenic views to phenomenal hosts to exceptional wine and food, it was a “True Taste of Tuscan countryside” experience. I highly recommend them.
INFORMATION
Ouerceto di Castellina
Localita Querceto 9,
53011, Castellina in Chianti Italy
+390577733590
For more info and bookings [Vineyard Dinner]
Email: mary@querceto.com
Food and Wine Experiences, Special Events, Cooking Classes
Email: taste@querceto.com
+390577733590
General Inquiries and Wine Orders
Email: info@querceto.com
+390577733590
Lora By Lora. x
OMG!! What an enchanting setting!! Makes me want to book a flight to Tuscany …love the string lights….and the photos….just gorgeous…
Thanks for sharing, and keep posting!!!
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Thank you for reading Pascale… It was a wonderful experience and we hope to go back.
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Wow! This is what I imagined Diner en Blanc to be when I attended 3 years ago. Sadly it didn’t live up but I’m loving these pictures, sounds like a wonderful experience. 😍
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Aww Thank you for reading Eva. I love how you keep up with my Travel Tales. I appreciate your support.
This was an amazing experience.
Diner en Blanc caters for a bigger crowd so I am not surprised if once in a while it is a flop.
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