The 10 best Wine Tastings in Emilia Romagna

Vineyard tour and wine tasting in the picturesque landscapes of Castelvetro di Modena in Emilia-Romagna.

The guided tour begins with a telling of the history of the winery's traditions and the land that is home to the grapes and vineyards that surround us.

It continues inside the winemaking premises, where the production of the wines takes place, the result of a’careful combination of tradition, technology and constant daily commitment.

We arrive, finally, in the old cellar for wine tasting and label narration. The wine glasses will be accompanied by a mixed board, Parmigiano Reggiano with homemade Traditional Balsamic Vinegar and baked gnocco.

This tour is an invitation to know, understand and be able to appreciate the local wine of Castelvetro, the land of Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro DOP.

The tour with tasting will allow you to discover the secrets of PDO and PGI Modena balsamic vinegar and while enjoying a relaxing day in the Modenese hills.

The experience begins with a visit to the acetaia of about an hour with an explanation of all the steps to produce balsamic vinegar including the phase in which the acetified must is made naturally.

At the end of the visit, participants will be able to taste all the products that have made Modena renowned, namely the 40 year old PDO and PGI Modena balsamic vinegar and the other condiments from the vinegar cellar. In addition, an aperitif with parmesan cheese, bruschetta, chips, olives and a glass of wine will be offered.

The visit can be attended by up to 20 people and is suitable for everyone: families, couples or groups of friends.

In addition to the visit, from Wednesday to Saturday it is possible to dine at the farmhouse while on Sunday it is possible to have lunch. The menu will consist of four courses, while drinks are excluded. For any intolerances please contact the facility in advance.

Picnicking among the olive groves in the hills of Castelvetro in Modena will allow you to spend a relaxing evening surrounded by a picturesque landscape.

You will be welcomed in the courtyard of the farmhouse where you can start the evening with a house aperitif accompanied by a glass of Rosè while enjoying a picturesque view of the surrounding hills.

Afterwards you can enjoy a short concert by the pool before dinner among the olive groves. During dinner the musicians will continue to play and the typical menu includes:

•    First
•    Second
•    Tigelle with cold cuts
•    House dessert

Also included is water and a bottle of wine with a choice of Lambrusco, Pignoletto or Rosè.

In case of intolerances or special dietary needs, please contact the facility in advance.

The estate tasting in Emilia will allow youà to taste the typical wines of the Emilian tradition while surrounded by acres of vineyards and cultivated fields.

To personalize your experience, you can choose from 3 different options:

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Lambrusco experience

Visit of the estate and Lambrusco tasting.

Black Gold

Tasting of 3 balsamic vinegars and balsamic condiments paired with local products.

The Grand Tour

Complete tour of the estate with tasting of 3 wines and 3 balsamic vinegars, with tasting of local products and our Montelocco Olive Oil.

This experience allows you to visit an Emilian dairy and taste Parmigiano Reggiano in Parma.

You will be able to see live how this famous cheese is made thanks to the guided tour that allows you to witness the entire process from the first stages of milk processing (first timetable only) or the extraction of the wheels produced that morning (second timetable).

You will then continue with a visit to the salting room and, finally, the impressive maturing warehouse with thousands of wheels.

At the end of the visit, you will be able to taste Parmigiano Reggiano. When booking, you can choose from 2 options (both available in italian or in english).

Classic Tasting

If you choose this option, you will be offered a classic tasting of 3 maturations of Parmigiano (12, 24 and 36 months) accompanied by balsamic vinegar, Malvasia wine from the area, water and breadsticks.

Tasting with prosciutto

This experience includes a classic tasting of 3 ages of Parmigiano (12, 24 and 36 months) accompanied by balsamic vinegar, malvasia wine from the area, water and breadsticks. In addition, you will also sample samples of Prosciutto crudo di Parma DOP aged 24 months.

In case of food allergies and intolerances it is possible to contact the facility after booking.

The estate tasting in Emilia will allow youà to taste the typical wines of the Emilian tradition while surrounded by acres of vineyards and cultivated fields.

To personalize your experience, you can choose from 3 different options:

.

Lambrusco experience

Visit of the estate and Lambrusco tasting.

Black Gold

Tasting of 3 balsamic vinegars and balsamic condiments paired with local products.

The Grand Tour

Complete tour of the estate with tasting of 3 wines and 3 balsamic vinegars, with tasting of local products and our Montelocco Olive Oil.

During the tasting and vineyard walk in Oltrepò Pavese you will discover the Versa Valley in the province of Pavia as you stroll through the vineyards of a local agritourism farm, tasting their renowned wines and local products, discovering their cellars.

You will also have the opportunity to select a lunch in the vineyard..

The tasting includes:

•    Martinotti Method Brut sparkling wine or "Le Stelle" Classic Method 36 months - paired with a cold or warm vegetable appetizer.
•    347 M.S.L.M. Still White from different vintages - with samples of local artisan cheeses.
•    Novecento Bonarda frizzante or 347 M.S.L.M. Rosso fermo - paired with traditional Oltrepò Pavese cured meats.

Depending on the season, some hot or cold dishes typical of the region will be available.

The Vineyard Wine Tasting Lunch includes:

•    Martinotti Brut Method sparkling wine or "Le Stelle" Classic Method sparkling wine - paired with artisanal cured meats from the region and vegetables from the garden
•    47 M.S.L.M. Still White (of the vintage) or sparkling Rosé - Paired with a pasta or rice dish
•    347 M.S.L.M. Still red or sparkling Novecento Bonarda - Paired with a meat or vegetarian main course
•    Dessert of your choice

During the winery tour and wine tasting of Oltrepò Pavese, you will have a choice of three different experiences.

The first tour lasts 1h30 and includes the tasting of 3 glasses.

The second option lasts 2h, and is recommended for lovers of the fine bubbles of Spumante Metodo Classico.

The last type of experience you can choose instead includes a tasting of 3 Cru of Pinot Noir, the highest expression of elegance of this noble grape variety vinified in red.

Lunch in Oltrepò Pavese, at Calatroni Vini, to taste typical dishes and enjoy some excellent locally produced wine together.

Program

The experience begins at 12 noon with a guided tour to discover the organic vineyards, crossed by the historic Via di San Colombano.

The second part of the visit takes you to the winemaking cellar and the aging cellar to explore the world of wine.

The third moment is dedicated to flavors, both on the plate and in the glass: a set menu lunch that includes.

•    3 courses that vary according to the seasonality of the products
•    4 glasses of wine paired with each course
•    Water
•    Coffee
•    Cover charge

To personalize the experience you can choose 2 wine pairing options:

•    Basic wines: basic wines will be served with each course
•    Classic method sparkling wines: classic method sparkling wines will be served with each course

Reduced menu for children includes salami or cheese, main course and dessert.

In case of food allergies, please notify the facility following the reservation

Lunch in the vineyard with wine tasting in the Oltrepò Pavese, a food and wine experience immersed in the green hills of the Versa Valley, ideal for those who want to experience a relaxing moment between nature and authentic flavors.

The lunch is designed as a food and wine pairing path that enhances the products of the territory and the wines of the company.

The menù begins with bubbles of Pinot Noir paired with an appetizer with local cured meats and vegetables from the garden, continues with a still white of Riesling accompanied by a pasta or risotto dish with seasonal ingredients, and continues with a red of your choice of Pinot Noir, Barbera or Bonarda paired with a meat or vegetarian main course. The experience concludes with a dessert of your choice.

A visit to the Calatroni Vini winery in Santa Maria della Versa will allow you to discover the wines that characterize the Oltrepò Pavese territory.

Program

The activity starts with a walk through the vineyard, then you will continue with a guided tour in the winemaking cellar and the Metodo Classico aging room where they will explain details about the products.

To conclude the experience, you will have the opportunity to have a tasting of 4 wines represented by the winery (including organic) accompanied by small samples (vegetable flan, cheese and tart).

If you choose to participate in the vineyard picnic in Oltrepò Pavese, Lombardy, you will have a unique experience, stroll three vineyards and then rest while picnicking among the vines.

Everything you need for the picnic will be provided by the facility.

What is included in the picnic bag (for 2 people):

•    fabric bag with tablecloth
•    a bottle of wine (variable depending on the option chosen)
•    a bottle of water
•    local cold cuts and cheeses
•    homemade bread
•    tart with local jams
•    glasses and tableware

One should equip oneself with comfortable shoes, sun hats, sunscreen and insect repellent. We recommend bringing blankets to sit on in the grass, beach sarongs or towels to spread between rows of trees for shade.

Discover an artisanal winery in the Parma hills with a walk through the vineyards, guided tour of the winery and tasting of 5 wines.

The tour begins among the rows of vines (weather permitting), cultivated according to the principles of organic and biodynamic agriculture. Here you will learn about the production philosophy and the deep connection between the land and its wines.

You will then continue to the winery, where the winemaker will guide you through the stages of vinification and aging, recounting the traditional methods that make La Bandina wines unique.

To personalize the experience you can choose from 2 options:

Tour with tasting

Tasting of 5 wines produced with the traditional Emilian method, accompanied by bread and EVO oil from Casatico at km 0.

Tour with light lunch

Tasting of 5 wines paired with a selection of typical Langhirano products: Prosciutto di Parma DOP, Parmigiano Reggiano DOP, homemade bread and a local dessert.

The tasting in the medieval village of Torrechiara will be based on wines and typical products in the evocative setting of a winery.

You will have the opportunity to taste products vinified inside the centuries-old walls of this fortress, made with grapes from the vineyards behind the castle.

Processing is entirely artisanal from the moment of harvest to vinification. The wines ferment naturally in the bottle and rest inside an underground cellar, once a cistern dedicated to collecting rainwater.

During the tour you will have the opportunity to visit this cellar, located three meters underground, in which, at the time of restoration, archaeological artifacts dating back to the Bronze Age were found.

Wine tasting in Torrechiara will be accompanied by some local products.

This experience allows you to visit an Emilian dairy and taste Parmigiano Reggiano in Parma.

You will be able to see live how this famous cheese is made thanks to the guided tour that allows you to witness the entire process from the first stages of milk processing (first timetable only) or the extraction of the wheels produced that morning (second timetable).

You will then continue with a visit to the salting room and, finally, the impressive maturing warehouse with thousands of wheels.

At the end of the visit, you will be able to taste Parmigiano Reggiano. When booking, you can choose from 2 options (both available in italian or in english).

Classic Tasting

If you choose this option, you will be offered a classic tasting of 3 maturations of Parmigiano (12, 24 and 36 months) accompanied by balsamic vinegar, Malvasia wine from the area, water and breadsticks.

Tasting with prosciutto

This experience includes a classic tasting of 3 ages of Parmigiano (12, 24 and 36 months) accompanied by balsamic vinegar, malvasia wine from the area, water and breadsticks. In addition, you will also sample samples of Prosciutto crudo di Parma DOP aged 24 months.

In case of food allergies and intolerances it is possible to contact the facility after booking.

Prosciutto and Parmigiano Reggiano tasting in Langhirano with optional visit to the ham factory.

Thanks to this experience in Langhirano, the capital of prosciutto, you can immerse yourself in the Emilian tradition by tasting typical products of excellence.

When booking, you can customize your experience by choosing between two options:

Tasting at the prosciutteria

You will have the opportunity to taste cured meats, Parmigiano Reggiano and bread, accompanied by a glass of wine and water (cover charge is included).

The Langhirano delicatessen, in business since 1869 and awarded the title of Impresa Storica d'Italia by Unioncamere, is located in the heart of the Food Valley and has been delighting discerning palates for 156 years. It is also possible to purchase typical local products.

Visit to ham factory and tasting

This experience begins at a family-owned artisan ham factory. The owners will guide you through the processing and curing stages, concluding with a visit to the cellar.

Next, you will move to the delicatessen to taste cured meats, Parmigiano Reggiano and bread, accompanied by a glass of wine and water (cover charge is included).

You must be self-driven for the experience, which includes a visit to the ham factory, or you can use transportation: the transfer is then self-directed.

The estate tasting in Emilia will allow youà to taste the typical wines of the Emilian tradition while surrounded by acres of vineyards and cultivated fields.

To personalize your experience, you can choose from 3 different options:

.

Lambrusco experience

Visit of the estate and Lambrusco tasting.

Black Gold

Tasting of 3 balsamic vinegars and balsamic condiments paired with local products.

The Grand Tour

Complete tour of the estate with tasting of 3 wines and 3 balsamic vinegars, with tasting of local products and our Montelocco Olive Oil.

This typical tasting in the Tuscan-Romagna Apennines based on local products is a unique experience.

On the hills of Brisighella, in the province of Ravenna, you will be welcomed by a welcoming atmosphere, that of the most genuine Romagna, among the vineyards and hills that characterize this magnificent area.

A tour all to be discovered, in which to savor the goodness of Romagna in distinct ways:

•    Bread and Wine: Tasting of 3 wines accompanied by dry appetizers;
•    Aperitivo Romagnolo: Tasting of 3 wines accompanied by small board of cold cuts, cheeses and piadina and tasting of fried cappelletti;
•    Lunch or dinner: Tasting 3 wines, paired with 3-course tasting menu that varies according to season (appetizer, first course, second course).

Wine tasting in the Hills of Romagna is a unique experience. Upon your arrival, you will be welcomed by the sommelier who will accompany you to discover the original geographical location but above all the curiosities and philosophy of the winery.

Weather permitting, initially you will have the opportunity to walk in the closest and most representative vineyards. After that you will have the opportunity to visit the winery, where seasonality may allow a tasting of must or wine previews straight from the tank.

At the end of the visit, we will either take a seat in the tasting room, warmed by the burning fireplace, or in the charming cellar, among the barrels illuminated by soft light.

In every season, however, you will always find 7 different wines to taste, the best available at different times of the year or the ones you are most curious about, which will be accompanied by selected quality cheeses, our own cured meats, piadina and our monovarietal and multivarietal EVO oil.

Throughout the experience, we will give space for your questions and requests for more in-depth information, such as on winemaking methodologies, olfactory perceptions or food-wine pairings. We are simply waiting for you like this, for a true sensory experience that will surely leave you curious to return.