Primitivo Wine Tasting in Manduria with Optional Apulian Lunch

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  • Price from
    €50
  • Duration
    2 h
  • Group size
    Up to 7 travellers
  • Guide languages
    English, Italian

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

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

Not included

  • Wines served during lunch (in the lunch option)
  • Visit to the vineyards
  • Transportation to and from the winery

What you will do

  • Stop 1

    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.

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.

Important 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.