09Dec 0 Panzano in Chianti Posted By: Anna Maria Baldini 40 Top Sights of Tuscany, Towns in the Province of Firenze, Tuscany, Tuscan villages and towns, Tuscany travel guide Panzano in ChiantiAccommodation and things to see in Panzano, Tuscany Panzano in Chianti Panzano located at the highest point and almost exactly midway along the scenic Via Chiantigiana road from Florence to Siena. Parts of the original castle remain, incorporated into the church and also as an independent tower. Panzano is surrounded by prize-winning vineyards, including il Molino di Grace. There is a wonderful view out over the “conca d’oro”, the “golden scallop”, a south-facing basin lined with vines. Panzano is known for several popular food and wine festivals, and it has several restaurants and many agriturismi in the surrounding countryside. Worth a visit. More about Panzano in Chianti, halfway between Florence and Sienna. Here are some similar topics: Greve in Chianti Greve in Chianti is a small town situated in the valley of the Greve stream, half-way along the scenic Chiantigiana highway (SS 222) that runs from Florence to Sienna. Greve has an attractive, arcaded, triangular piazza with several ceramics and… Read More » Chianti Agriturismi The vacation rentals listed here are all genuine agriturismi, meaning that you will be staying on an authentic Tuscan farm, usually but not always a winery. Almost all are producers of Tuscan olive oil. One or two agriturismi produce only… Read More » Lamole Lamole is a small village high up in the Chianti hills, accessed from a turnoff between Greve and Panzano. While Lamole is a charming little place in itself, the main reason for a visit is the beautiful drive up, passing… Read More » Bed and Breakfast in Chianti One of the most convenient forms of accommodation in Chianti and Tuscany is a Bed and Breakfast (B&B) in Chianti. These can be located in both the countryside and the small towns and villages of the Chianti Classico wine territory… Read More » Castellina in Chianti Castellina in Chianti is situated on a ridge along the Chiantigiana highway between Florence and Siena, at the turn-off for Poggibonsi. Castellina has an attractive old town centre marred by a grotesque formation of industrial silos and an abandoned warehouse… Read More »
