Lecchi in Chianti

Lecchi in Chianti is a tiny farming community in the Chianti in Tuscany. It is located close to Siena.

• Ristorante Malborghetto, Via Monteluco, 4, ☏ +39 0577 746201, [email protected]. Menu includes 40 courses from appetizers, to first courses and main courses; desserts are only homemade. Every dish is based on Tuscan kitchen. The young staff, besides courtesy, shows competence and professionality, starting from the maitre and sommelier Simone’s welcoming, to chefs who take care of every course. 

• ^{[dead link]} Borgo Ricavo. An active farm which produces its own red wine and olive oil (both gratis for guests). Two suites include a kitchen, stocked with fresh eggs if you ask the hosts (Rina, Zuilio and their son Roberto) nicely. The local swimming hole is a half-hour walk away, and takes you through forest and vineyard. €60.