Primitivo Wine Tasting in Manduria with Optional Apulian Lunch

Puglia, Italy
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Duration2h
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LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Discover the rich winemaking heritage of Puglia on this guided Primitivo wine tour in Manduria, the heart of Italy's celebrated wine region. Start with a warm aperitif featuring local white wines and handmade friselline bread before exploring the winery and barrel cellar. Sample Primitivo di Manduria directly from the barrel and enjoy a comparative tasting with local pecorino cheese. Conclude your experience with a sweet touch, savoring Primitivo DOCG Dolce Naturale paired with almond desserts. Opt for a traditional Apulian lunch in an 18th-century olive mill for a complete cultural feast.

- Guided tour of a winery and barrel cellar with tastings
- Sample exceptional wines, including Primitivo and local whites
- Enjoy traditional pairings with cheese and dessert
- Optional lunch in a historic setting featuring Apulian dishes

Options

Guided tour + Lunch

Lunch: The tour option includes a traditional lunch

Winery Tour + Tasting

What's included

  • Pairing with friselline bread, pecorino cheese, and traditional almond sweets
  • Optional traditional Apulian lunch in a historic masseria (according to the chosen option)
  • Guided tasting of 4 wine labels
  • Guided winery tour and visit to the barrel cellar
  • Expert host or sommelier leading the tasting
  • Wines served during lunch (in the lunch option)
  • Visit to the vineyards
  • Transportation to and from the winery

What to expect

Welcome Aperitif – The First Taste of Manduria: Start your experience with local white wines, Sosó Fiano and Bianco D’Alessano, served with handmade friselline bread topped with cherry tomatoes and olive oil.

Winery and Barrel Cellar Tour – From Barrel to Bottle: Visit the cellar and taste Primitivo di Manduria directly from the barrique, discovering the secrets of its aging process.

Comparative Tasting – Understanding Primitivo: Compare the evolving flavors between the barrel-aged and bottled versions, accompanied by pecorino cheese.

Sweet Finale – The Essence of Manduria: Conclude your tasting with Primitivo di Manduria DOCG Dolce Naturale and traditional almond sweets.

Optional Farmer’s Lunch – Apulian Tradition at Its Best: Choose the lunch option and enhance your visit with a traditional Apulian lunch in an 18th-century olive mill, featuring regional dishes and homemade desserts.

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Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The winery is not accessible on foot; guests must have their own vehicle to reach the meeting point.

End point

The winery is not accessible on foot; guests must have their own vehicle to reach the meeting point.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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