Chianciano Terme: Etruscan Heritage & Cinta Senese

A tour that leads you into the most authentic heart of Chianciano Terme, where ancient history meets the flavours that still tell the story of the Valdichiana Senese. Everything begins at the Civic Archaeological Museum of the Waters, where the visit opens with the evocative section dedicated to the Etruscan banquet. Here, a world of conviviality, rituals and everyday gestures comes to life through finely decorated ceramics, wine vessels and objects that speak of a culture that loved to celebrate life around a shared table.

Where taste and history intertwine in Chianciano Terme

As you immerse yourself in these centuries-old stories, the thread of flavour begins to weave itself into history: many of the tastes that accompanied those ancient moments of celebration have reached us unchanged. Among them is the Cinta Senese, a native pig breed present in the area since Etruscan times and still today a symbol of traditional craftsmanship. After the museum visit, the journey continues with a tasting that brings this heritage to life: unmistakably flavoured cured meats, selected cuts and typical preparations served in a local farm or selected wine bar, paired with a glass of wine from the Valdichiana Senese.

An experience that blends history, culture and taste, crafted for those who want to discover the territory through what makes it truly unique: its deep roots and timeless authenticity.