Aglianico del Vulture Wine Tasting in Hypogeum Melfi Cellar

Basilicata, Italy
Duration1h
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LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Discover the rich winemaking tradition of Basilicata with an Aglianico del Vulture wine tasting experience in Melfi, set in a stunning thousand-year-old underground cellar. This intimate tour offers the chance to explore the deep connections between the region's volcanic landscape and its renowned wines. Enjoy a guided visit through the rock-carved cellar, where you will sample three exquisite wines, including the celebrated Aglianico del Vulture DOC. Complement your tasting with a selection of local cured meats and cheeses, perfectly paired to enhance the flavors of each sip.

- Guided visit to a historic underground cellar in Melfi
- Tasting of three local wines, including Aglianico del Vulture DOC
- Pairing with traditional Italian cured meats, cheeses, and bread
- Small group experience for personalized attention and insights

What's included

  • Selection of local cured meats and cheeses paired with traditional bread or taralli
  • Local wine expert
  • Guided visit of the historic underground cellar
  • Tasting of 3 local wines, including Aglianico del Vulture DOC
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Additional food or wine not specified

What to expect

Discover an authentic wine experience in the historic center of Melfi inside a fascinating thousand-year-old underground cellar. During this small-group activity, travelers will explore a rock-carved hypogeum cellar and enjoy a guided tasting of local wines, including the famous Aglianico del Vulture DOC.

The experience begins with a welcome at the historic winery, where guests will be introduced to the traditions and winemaking culture of the Vulture area before descending into the ancient underground cellar. Along the way, visitors will discover volcanic stone layers, historic arches, and traces of centuries-old craftsmanship. The guide will explain how the volcanic soil of Mount Vulture contributes to the structure, minerality, and character of Aglianico del Vulture DOC wines.

The experience continues with a guided wine tasting among the barrels, featuring three local wines, including Aglianico del Vulture DOC, paired with traditional products such as cured meats, cheeses, bread, and taralli.

A unique combination of wine, history, geology, and local flavors in one of the most atmospheric underground settings in Basilicata.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Upon arrival, please introduce yourselves to the staff.

End point

Upon arrival, please introduce yourselves to the staff.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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