Florentine Vinaini: Tradition, Wine & Bottles to Fill
Vinaini (or vinai) are small neighborhood shops where locals buy vino sfuso—bulk wine—often poured straight from large barrels or stainless steel tanks.
⚠️ Be aware: some of these shops, known as vinaini, have become more tourist-oriented. For example, Antico Vinaio—once famous for its traditional offerings—now focuses on quick sandwiches and no longer serves bulk wine. Below
is a list of vinaini that still offer tap wine.
In traditional vinaini, customers bring their own bottles, demijohns, or fiaschi—or buy an empty one for a small fee—and the shopkeeper fills them with the wine of their choice, usually sourced from local Tuscan wineries or small producers.
It's a budget-friendly, sustainable, and authentic way to enjoy wine—cutting down on packaging and reconnecting with genuine flavors.