La Cantinetta Del Chianti

In this small and beautiful wine shop I was really good. I asked the owner to serve me a small degotation, chiantigiani wines and something to eat. He served me some excellent fresh cuts, gave me tastes of local wines, explaining to me with passion what I had in the three glasses. It was really a pleasure to spend time with rich, real enthusiast who will give you many tips to enjoy the best of the visit in chianti.

We had a delightful glass of wine sitting outside at 5pm in the afternoon. Wine, weather and the setting was fantastic.

In the sleepy Tuscan village of Gaiole in Chainti is this wine shop and restaurant. The tables are all outside because there's no room inside but of course, this is Tuscany so that doesn't matter. Ricardo and his beautiful partner look after their customers with a very personal touch. Each meal is prepared freshly so don't be in a rush and is worth waiting for. The menu is short and simple but all delicious. Add perfect wine selections and you have the perfect lunch or light super. Inside there are other delights. Balsamic and olive oil, has of truffles, grappa not for the faint hearted and one of the best selections of fine wines in the area.

We visited La Cantinetta during our trip to Gaiole in Chianti, had some beautiful wine on the terrace and also bought some wine and delicacy from the host of the enoteca, Riccardo, and enjoyed his knowledge in Italian wines and his Italian charm. We will definately be back some day. Highly recommended!

Love stopping in for a glass of prosecco or simply to pick up some perfectly-fresh cheese and meats. Riccardo will make you feel right at home!