Frequently asked questions
Everything you want to know about Casa Sola.
Getting here, booking, buying and storing: the answers to the questions we are asked most often.
Visits and tastings
Can I visit the winery? +
Yes, every day from 9 to 17, by reservation. The visit takes in the terrace overlooking San Gimignano, the vineyards, the olive grove and the cellar, and ends with the tasting: thirty minutes for the tasting alone, ninety with the snack, two hours with the light lunch.
How do I book a visit or a tasting? +
From the website, choosing time and seats: we confirm within one working day and send the payment link; or via WhatsApp at +39 328 9509196. Tours at 10:30, 15:30 and 17:00 (not in winter), lunch at 12:30, in small groups, in Italian and English, French on request. Reduced price for non-drinkers and for children under 12.
Can I come with children or with someone who does not drink? +
Of course. Children under 12 and guests who do not drink pay a reduced price on the visits with snack and with lunch: the walk, the cellar and the table are the same for everyone, only the glass changes. Tell us when you book.
In which languages are the visits held? +
In Italian and English; in French on request. The website, confirmations and emails come in the language you book in.
Wines and storage
Which wines does Casa Sola make? +
Chianti Classico, Chianti Classico Riserva and Gran Selezione from the Sangiovese of our vineyards; Montarsiccio, a Supertuscan of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sangiovese, since 1987; Pergliamici, red and white, for drinking young; Vin Santo del Chianti Classico; and DOP Chianti Classico extra virgin olive oil from our eight hectares of olive groves.
How should I store the bottles and how long will they age? +
In the dark, lying down, between 12 and 16 degrees, away from vibrations. Chianti Classico is at its best within 5-6 years; Riserva and Gran Selezione improve for 10-15 years in the best vintages; Vin Santo for over twenty years.
What is the difference between Chianti Classico, Riserva and Gran Selezione? +
Same appellation, three levels: the annata ages for at least 12 months; the Riserva 24; the Gran Selezione 30 and only from estate grapes. Chianti without "Classico" is a different, wider appellation. Montarsiccio and Pergliamici are IGT Toscana.
Orders and shipping
Do you ship wine abroad? +
Yes: Europe, the United States and other countries. Shipping is calculated at checkout by destination and number of bottles. For trade orders write to our sales office.
Where can I buy the wines? +
At the winery, during the visit, and in the online shop with shipping across Europe; United States and other countries by quote. Restaurants, wine shops and importers can ask for the trade price list by writing to us.
Getting here and around
Where is Casa Sola and how do I get there? +
In Barberino Tavarnelle (Florence), in the San Donato in Poggio subzone of Chianti Classico: 30 km from Florence and 28 from Siena, 30-40 minutes by car. The nearest station is Poggibonsi-San Gimignano, then a short taxi ride. Private transfer on request.