Central Italy stands as one of the most famous wine and tourism regions in the world. Home to iconic cultural centers Rome and Florence, the gastronomic influence of Bologna and Modena, and the breathtakingly gorgeous rolling hills of Tuscany, it’s attracted visitors from near and far for centuries. Some of these regions have become synonymous with Italian wine itself, with places like Chianti, Montalcino, and Montepulciano instantly conjuring images of straw baskets and postcard-worthy sunsets. There’s a lot to explore in what many consider the heart and soul of Italy!