For Journalists
Hi!
I'm Nina Tiefner
“The Italian cliché ends between Florence and Siena. And that’s exactly where my favorite region lies:
Chianti Classico.”
With Passion
, Chianti Classico Expert
Ever since my first visit to Tuscany in 1998, I've been captivated by Chianti Classico, the region between Florence and Siena.
I spend several months a year there to experience firsthand—with all my senses—how wine is made, how people cook and celebrate, and how they work and live.
Today, I take my guests on customized day trips to my favorite spots—places where they can experience life in Tuscany up close.
For me, it's about the whole experience: select wineries, Chianti Classico wine, the philosophy behind its production, this enchanting landscape, the traditional cuisine, the culture, and the people who bring it all to life.
Possible topics for an interview
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After an extremely hot summer, the harvest is showing signs of the impact everywhere. Why Chianti Classico is better equipped to handle this than Barolo and Brunello.
I can talk about this:
How Heat and Drought Affect Grapes and Wine
What makes Chianti Classico more resilient: its soils, the elevation of the vineyards, and the dominant forest cover
How Local Winemakers Are Responding
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If you want to get to know the people behind the wine, it's best to visit in the spring or late fall.
I can talk about this:
Why Winemakers Barely Have Time for Guests During the Grape Harvest
What Makes Spring and the Quiet Weeks After the Harvest So Special
What to Keep in Mind When Planning So You Can Really Get to Know the People Behind the Wine
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Seasonal, regional, and waste-free: What makes Tuscan farm-to-table cuisine so relevant today.
I can talk about this:
Why Tuscan cuisine has always been regional and seasonal
How to Make Ribollita, Pappa al Pomodoro, and Panzanella from Stale Bread
What We Can Learn from Tuscan Country Cooking Today
Here's how to reach me …
I am available for interviews in print, online, on TV, on the radio, and on podcasts—either via video or in person in the Chianti Classico region.
About Me
Born in Vienna, at home in Salzburg
Professional background in banking and marketing
In 2003, I began my wine education at the Rust Wine Academy
In 2004, I founded my wine business, VINOVUM, which at the time featured a wine shop and wines from Austria and Italy.
In 2013, I fulfilled my dream and began specializing exclusively in Chianti Classico —with my own online store—leaving the traditional wine trade behind
My podcast, “Chianti Classico for the Ears,” has been around since 2021.
Since 2026, I have been guiding guests on private day tours through the Chianti Classico region
Known for …
“Nina in Chianti - Personalized Wine Experiences”
Double-page spread in the book “Eating, Drinking, Experiencing—Tuscany: A Culinary Travel Guide Featuring Selected Restaurants, Producers, Tours, and Gastronomic Experiences” by Raffaela Usai
Published by ZS-Verlag, September 2026
Pictures say more than words …
Here's a small selection. You can find all the photos (portrait and landscape) on my photo platform (pixx.io). There, you can download them individually or as a collection, in print quality at 300 dpi.
These photos may be used free of charge for reporting on Nina and me in Chianti; please include the photo credit: Eva trifft Fotografie. The photos may not be used for advertising purposes or altered in any way.
Need something else? Just email me at nina@ninainchianti.com.
