Wine tasting Milan: the 10 best tours

Winery tour, lunch and wine tasting at one of the historic Langhe wineries in the picturesque Piedmont area near Alba and Barolo.

Delicious menu includes:

•    cold and hot appetizers from our country tradition
•    a homemade first course of your choice
•    a second course
•    a dessert

For children there is a menu that includes pasta, schnitzel and potatoes and a final dessert so they too can enjoy this fun experience.

A sweatshirt is recommended for the winery visit.

This winery tour with tasting in Castagnito, in the heart of the Roero, will immerse you in the history of the production of the best-known Roero wines.

You will have the opportunity to taste 5 or 7 wines, depending on the option you choose, paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses.

On being welcomed, you will be able to admire the views of the surrounding hills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site .

After a few minutes you will be accompanied to the winery, where you can learn about all the stages of production and aging of the most historical wines of the ROERO tradition.

The explanation is followed by a tasting of local wines, paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses, a glass of Passito and a hazelnut cake.

Roero 100% (2 hours)

Tasting includes 5 wines. The tasting is paired with a platter of cured meats, one of local cheeses and a hazelnut cake.

Roero and Not Only (2 hours 30 minutes)

Tasting includes 7 wines paired with a platter of cured meats, local produce, platter of local cheeses and by a hazelnut cake.

The experience is suitable for everyone, and during spring and summer can be offered outdoors.

The winery tour with tasting on the Cannubi hill will allow you to discover the typical wines of the Piedmont hills, including Barolo.

The activity begins with a guided tour of the winery where the wine production process will be explained to you. At the end you can choose between 2 tastings.

Classic tour

Includes tasting of 6 locally produced wines including 2 glasses of Barolo DOCG. The tasting è accompanied by artisanal breadsticks.

Barolo Tour

The activity includes a tasting tour that includes 7 wines. You will have the opportunity to taste 7 different Barolo DOCGs. The tasting è accompanied by artisanal breadsticks.

After the tasting is over, you can relax by walking through the farm's picturesque vineyards independently.

Enjoy a rich picnic of typical products between Barolo and Langhe

To start, you will be provided with a fine vintage-style picnic basket, a support towel, and a detailed map to guide you in discovering the area.
By following the itinerary shown on the map, you can explore Monforte d'Alba and the surrounding hills, reaching some areas worth photographing

You will then be free to choose the best location for your picnic, which includes local specialties such as

•    fine cheeses
•    selected sliced meats
•    tasty appetizers
•    fresh bread
•    sweet or fruit
•    water
•    1 bottle of wine per couple

In case of food allergies and intolerances é you can contact the facility after booking.

To follow the itinerary on the map, we recommend moving by car, as it involves a few kilometers that may be long to walk.

This agritourism lunch allows you to enjoy a gastronomic experience of typical Piedmontese dishes accompanied by our wines and olive oil.

This experience will let you discover firsthand the colors, scents and flavors of Spring in the hills of Piedmont, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The menu includes:

•    Welcome aperitif with glass of Spumante Brut Rosato
•    Guinea fowl roulade, spring salad and grana flakes
•    Delicate tartare of fassona, robiola mousse, breadstick crumble and lime
•    Tiepid zucchini, herb and spinach flan with creamy Toma Piemontese fondue
•    Fresh pasta lasagnette with asparagus sauce
•    CBT pork cheek with Arneis reduction and Glazed spring onions
•    Chocolate Salami
•    Tiramisu Truffles

In case of food allergies and intolerances, you can contact the facility after booking.

The Langhe vineyard dinner allows you to discover the authenticity of the Langhe through the wines and history of this winery.

When you arrive, you will be welcomed by Roberto, the winery owner, who will take you on a fascinating journey through agronomic practices. You will then be able to explore the winery while receiving detailed oenological explanations.

Then you will be delighted by an aperitif accompanied by a selection of wines.

The evening will conclude with a dinner that includes:

•    3 appetizers typical of the Langhe
•    2 first courses
•    1 main course with side dish
•    dessert
•    water
•    wine

The atmosphere will be made unique and festive by the lights that illuminate the vineyard and will create an atmospheric atmosphere.

The kitchen can cater to vegetarians and also provides a menuù for children and non-tasting minors and adults.

In case of bad weather you can choose to move the date of your reservation or attend anyway, as dinner is still guaranteed. Tables will be set up inside the winery so you can eat among the barrels.

In case of food allergies and intolerances you can contact the facility following the reservation.

Wine tasting with lunch on Lake d'Iseo allows you to visit a winery and taste local wines paired with a hot dish.

During the tour, you will have the opportunity to see all stages of wine and classic method production, from the arrival of the grapes to bottling and labeling.

Following è will be a tasting of 5 wines with gastronomic pairing that includes:

•    Flûte of “Crystal Rime – 56*16” Pinot Noir Brut Metodo Classico paired with Taleggio dop 
•    Calice di “Arlecchino” 2023 Varietal Chardonnay paired with Culatello di Zibello 
•    Calice di “Arlecchino Bergamo” 2017 Rosso della Bergamasca I.G.T. paired with Salame “Le due lune di Agosto”
•    Calice di “Satiro” 2013 Rosso della Bergamasca I.G.T. Cabernet S. paired with Roccolo della Valtaleggio 
•    1 hot first course: lasagna ancient recipe “Nonna Maria” 
•    Calice of Moscato di Scanzo DOCG Passito Rosso paired with artisanal biscuits

To personalize the experience you can choose from 2 time slots:

•    10:30 - 11:30 visit to the winery, 11:30 - 12:30 tasting with lunch
•    15:00 - 16:00 visit to the winery, 16:00 - 17:00 tasting with lunch

In case of food allergies and intolerances é you can contact the facility after booking.

A guided winery tour with lunch at Ambrosini Estate will give you an insight into Franciacorta wine production techniques and a lunch of local products.

The activity begins with a walk through the farm's vineyards, followed by a guided tour of the winery.

This is followed by lunch based on the selected menu.

Lunch

Lunch consists of 4 courses:

•    Appetizers based on typical Brescian cured meats, savory pies, zucchini frittatas and sweet and sour vegetables
•    Risotto with Franciacorta Tenuta Ambrosini DOCG paired with Franciacorta T.A. EXTRA BRUT DOCG
•    Spiedo Bresciano based on mixed meats cooked on the grill with side dishes, paired with Franciacorta T.A. BRUT DOCG
•    Dessert paired with Franciacorta SATEN Millesimato DOCG

Gold tasting

The lunch consists of 4 courses:

•    Appetizers of typical Brescian cured meats, savory pies, zucchini frittatina and sweet and sour vegetables
•    Risotto with Franciacorta wine Tenuta Ambrosini DOCG
•    Brescian spit of mixed meats cooked over charcoal with side dish
•    Dessert

The lunch is accompanied by a tasting of 5 Franciacorta Tenuta Ambrosini DOCG wines.

Platinum tasting

The lunch consists of 5 courses:

•    Appetizers of typical Brescian cured meats, savory pies, zucchini frittatina and sweet and sour vegetables
•    Risotto with Franciacorta wine Tenuta Ambrosini DOCG
•    Brescian spit of mixed meats cooked on the grill with side dishes
•    Cheese board from the Brescian valleys paired with Franciacorta RISERVA "Lorenzo Ambrosini" vintage 2011 DOCG
•    Sweet

The lunch is accompanied by the tasting of 6 Franciacorta Tenuta Ambrosini wines including the Eccellente Riserva 2011.

The visit with lunch has a total duration of about 3 hours and is ideal for groups and families, but also to have a romantic lunch with your partner. At the end of the experience it will be possible to go to the wine shop.

A sweatshirt is recommended for the winery visit.

The wine tasting and tour of Tallarini Cellars is organized in groups and lasts about two hours.

The experience includes a tour of the winery and wine and food pairing with two different options to choose from.

You will have the opportunity to see all stages of wine and classic method production, from grape arrival to bottling and labeling.

Sweet Tasting

A tasting of 5 wines with food pairing will follow.

•    Flûte of "Crystal Rime - 56*16" Pinot Noir Brut Metodo Classico paired with Taleggio dop
•    Glass of "Arlecchino" 2023 Varietal Chardonnay paired with Culatello di Zibello
•    Goblet of "Arlecchino Bergamo" 2017 Rosso della Bergamasca I.G.T. paired with "Le due lune di Agosto" Salami
•    Goblet of "Satiro" 2013 Rosso della Bergamasca I.G.T. Cabernet S.paired with Roccolo della Valtaleggio
•    Goblet of Moscato di Scanzo DOCG Passito Rosso paired with artisanal biscuits

Stellata tasting (for couples only)

The "Stellata" option can only be done as a couple and includes the following wines:

•    Flûte of "Franca Tallarini- Anima Mellis 2006" Pinot Noir Brut Metodo Classico tasted in the aging cellar
•    Goblet of "Harlequin" 2021 Chardonnay paired with: Magatello veils served pink, tuna sauce emulsion, Pantelleria capers, purple potatoes and roasted almonds
•    Glass of "Arlecchino Bergamo" 2017 Rosso della Bergamasca I.G.T. paired with: Durum wheat semolina lasagnetta with seasonal Primizie and Parmigiano Riserva
•    Goblet of "Satiro" 2013 Rosso della Bergamasca I.G.T. cabernet Sauvignon paired with: "Peter's Farm" slow roasted filet of suckling veal in hay served with 2013 "Satiro" ristretto, potato mousse and small vegetables.

The tasting ends with a carrot cake with white chocolate cremino and Sorrento walnuts.

A wine tasting and visit to the historic Mosnel winery in Franciacorta is an experience not to be missed!

After the guided tour of the cellars, choose 3 of the 5 Franciacorta wines that have come to define the Mosnel winery style: Brut, Brut Nature, Pas Dosé, Rosé, Satèn.

All wine tastings are accompanied by a small sample of local breadsticks, salami and cheese to better taste the wines on offer. You can request the addition of a mixed platter of cured meats from Az. Agricola Al Berlinghetto + 2 types of local cheeses + breadsticks (recommended for 2 people).

You will taste 3 glasses of your choice of the following wines:

•    Brut - Blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Noir grapes that defines the winery's style.
•    Brut Nature - Blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc with the structured touch of Pinot Noir, aged at least 24 months on the lees.
•    Pas Dosé - Matured at least 30 months to express the harmony of Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Noir grapes.
•    Rosé - Fragrant blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with roundness of Pinot Blanc.
•    Satèn - Elegant Franciacorta with creamy, rich and refined perlage.

For this tour it is recommended to bring a garment to cover yourself adequately even in summer.

Accompanying pets in the cellars is not allowed.

The guided winery tour at the Ambrosini estate offers you the opportunity to explore the production techniques of the renowned Franciacorta wines, which you will later have the chance to taste.

The experience begins with a walk through the farm's vineyards, followed by a guided tour during which the production techniques of Franciacorta wines and, in particular, the so-called "classic" method will be explained.

Afterwards, you can choose to taste 2 or 3 glasses of Franciacorta Tenuta Ambrosini DOCG.

Depending on the desired option, you will be able to choose from the following wines:

•    Brùt "Batudé"
•    Satèn Millesimato
•    Rosé Millesimato
•    Extra Brut Millesimato
•    Extra Brut "Santa Caterina"
•    Dosage Zero "Nihil"

The tasting is paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses.

The winery visit with tasting lasts about 1 1/2 hours and is ideal for experiencing a totally relaxing day among the vineyards of Franciacorta.

A sweatshirt is recommended for the winery visit.

A wine tasting with a guided tour of the "Il Dosso" winery in Corte Franca is a unique opportunity to learn about the production processes of the famous Franciacorta and immerse yourself in the hills of Brescia, not far from Lake Iseo. 

The experience begins with a tasting, led by the producer, of selected Franciacorta wines offered by the winery, accompanied by a sampling of local cured meats and cheeses. It will continue with a visit to the winery, where you can learn about Franciacorta production techniques. 

It is possible to add an additional mixed platter of selected cured meats and cheeses to share (recommended for 2 people) for an additional fee.

The tasting and visit to the Infernot cellars in Monferrato takes place in Cella Monte, which joined the Borghi più Belli d'Italia (Italy's Most Beautiful Villages) in 2018 and includes: a visit to the historic winery and the infernot, followed by a tasting of four wines and a small platter of cured meats, cheeses and bruschetta.

The infernot are underground caves dug by hand, which allowed the Monferrato territory to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with the Langhe and Roero territories in 2014.

The visit concludes with a tasting of four wines produced by the winery accompanied by a small cutting board of local products and breadsticks. For the cutting board you can request a vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free version.

During the tasting you will taste:

•    Mariulin (Piedmont DOC Chardonnay, Sparkling Brut Martinotti Method)
•    Dedalo (Monferrato DOC Bianco from Arneis grapes)
•    Solista (Grignolino del Monferrato Casalese DOC)
•    Carisa (Piedmont DOC Barbera)

For visiting wineries in Monferrato, we recommend clothing appropriate for the low temperatures and high humidity present on the premises. For minors or those who do not taste, the rate includes ONLY:

•    1 non-alcoholic beverage (soft drink, juice)
•    1 small cutting board

The winery tour with tasting at Castello di Razzano offers an engaging experience for wine lovers and those who wish to learn about the local wine culture. Located in the charming Castello di Razzano, the museum offers a fascinating journey through the history and production of wine in the region and Monferrato.

After visiting the museum, you will have the opportunity to explore the aging cellars of Razzano Castle. Wine tasting is a highlight of the visit. Each person will have the opportunity to taste three different wines, representative of Castello di Razzano's production. The wine selection could include both white and red wines, depending on your preferences or specialties of the region. To accompany the tasting, you will be served a platter of typical local cured meats and cheeses, which pair perfectly with the wines.

Positioned in one of the most evocative corners of Monferrato and surrounded by an estate of great scenic beauty, Castello di Razzano is the ideal reference point for those who wish to enjoy eno-gastronomic experiences of the area.

This agritourism lunch allows you to enjoy a gastronomic experience of typical Piedmontese dishes accompanied by our wines and olive oil.

This experience will let you discover firsthand the colors, scents and flavors of Spring in the hills of Piedmont, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The menu includes:

•    Welcome aperitif with glass of Spumante Brut Rosato
•    Guinea fowl roulade, spring salad and grana flakes
•    Delicate tartare of fassona, robiola mousse, breadstick crumble and lime
•    Tiepid zucchini, herb and spinach flan with creamy Toma Piemontese fondue
•    Fresh pasta lasagnette with asparagus sauce
•    CBT pork cheek with Arneis reduction and Glazed spring onions
•    Chocolate Salami
•    Tiramisu Truffles

In case of food allergies and intolerances, you can contact the facility after booking.

A vineyard picnic in Monferrato is a perfect opportunity to relax in the fresh air while enjoying typical products and wines from Piedmont.

The experience begins with a visit to the winemaking cellar and the underground aging cellar, nestled among the Monferrato hills. Here you will find wooden barrels, barriques and tonneaux of Allier origin.

Afterwards, you will be given a soft plaid with pillows and a picnic basket full of delicacies to enjoy.

Enjoy this picnic with the view of the Monferrato Mountains as the backdrop for a relaxing moment in the Montemagno countryside.

Wine tasting in the Langhe in Neviglie ideal for spending a day among the flavors that characterize the area.

You can choose from three different tours:

Classic

In this tour you will have the opportunity to visit the winery and taste 4 typical Langhe wines: Moscato, Arneis, Barbera, Nebbiolo. During the tasting you will also have the chance to taste some appetizers. The duration of the tour is about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Deluxe

You will visit the winery, the red wine aging room and taste 6 typical Langhe wines: Moscato, Arneis, Barbera, Nebbiolo, Pinot Noir, Barbaresco. During the tasting there will be a platter of typical Langhe cold cuts, cheeses and appetizers. The duration of the tour is approximately 2 hours.

Wine tasting with a guided tour of the winery and vineyard in Alba is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the hills of Piedmont and discover the Langhe region.

The experience begins with a walk through the vineyard from where you will admire the view of the Barolo and Barbaresco hills. Then you will continue into the winery and be shown all the rooms that characterize the wine production process.

At the end of the visit, you will be treated to a tasting of 5 wines including:

•    2 glasses of white wine of your choice
•    1 glass of Rosè di Nebbiolo
•    2 glasses of red wine of your choice

The wines will be accompanied by a board of typical products.

To participate in the tasting you must be over 18 years of age. Minors will not be allowed to taste.