Who's Grape?!
Pierre & Rebecca Gouttenoire — partners in life and in business — bring over 25 years of wine experience each to their shared passion.
Rebecca, originally from Denmark, fell in love with wine while living in Italy — where she also met Pierre during a wine tour. Pierre, a seasoned winemaker from Bordeaux and a former Master of Wine candidate, brought deep expertise and a collaborative spirit. Together, they’ve grown both their family and their shared vision.
Through Grape Tours, they proudly guide guests to the region’s finest wineries, always blending insight with experience. Their tours go beyond tastings — they aim to deepen understanding and foster a lasting connection to the land, its wines, and its culture.
At Formaggioteca Terroir in Florence, this connection continues. Their cozy cheese and wine bar showcases artisanal cheeses and carefully selected wines, celebrating local producers. Guests can relax with a curated cheese plate and a glass of wine, or take home some of the exceptional products that fill the shop.
And then there’s Campo Sasso — their family farmhouse set among olive groves and vineyards. It’s where they age cheese for the shop, and where guests can retreat to enjoy the peaceful rhythm of the Tuscan countryside, fresh air, and timeless views.
Grape Tours
Grape Tours is our boutique tour company, offering immersive wine experiences with roundtrip departures from Florence into the heart of Tuscany’s wine country.
We run nine unique small-group tours, each designed to showcase the diversity of Tuscany’s vineyards and wineries. Along the way, guests learn about the winemaking process, taste exceptional local wines, and take in the stunning countryside.
All tours are led by our passionate and fun-loving Grape Guides, and groups are intentionally kept small — no more than 8 guests per tour — to ensure a personal, relaxed atmosphere.
In addition to daily tours, we offer private group experiences and host "Grapetrotters" multi-day trips to renowned wine regions across Italy and France throughout the year.
Formaggioteca Terroir
Formaggioteca Terroir is a charming cheese shop and wine bar located in the Oltrarno of Florence.
The shop’s curated selection is primarily focused on Italy’s rich cheese heritage, featuring some of the finest offerings from Tuscany and beyond. However, thanks to Pierre’s roots in the Roquefort region of France, the French cheese selection is equally impressive.
The word “Terroir” speaks to the unique environmental factors, like soil and climate, that shape the flavors of food and wine from a particular region. It also encompasses the invaluable knowledge and traditions passed down by local farmers, deeply rooted in the land.
At Formaggioteca Terroir, we celebrate this connection to the land, not only in our cheeses but also in the wines and other carefully sourced products that line our shelves and feature on our menu. Every item is chosen to enhance the authentic, Italian gastronomic experience that is central to the country’s lifestyle.
Campo Sasso
Campo Sasso is our charming farmhouse located in the heart of the stunning Chianti Classico region.
The farmhouse is surrounded by olive groves and vineyards, offering a serene retreat in the quintessential Tuscan landscape — just a half-hour drive from Florence.
The Ema valley where it is located is known for its exceptional olive oil and wine that we also sell, while Pierre’s cheese cave is where he expertly ages the cheeses sold at Formaggioteca in Florence.
It is also possible to visit the cheese cellar at Campo Sasso by joining one of our cheesy experiences, offering a unique behind-the-scenes look at the art of curing the cheeses.
The villa is available for rent as a holiday home, accommodating up to 6 guests for stays of 5-6 days. It serves as the perfect home base for those looking to explore the beauty and culture of Tuscany.
