The 10 best wine tastings in Lazio

The fresh pasta course with tasting in Frascati is a unique experience that allows you to learn about the historic town in the Roman countryside and enjoy your fresh pasta prepared with the chef, accompanied by local wines.

Frascati, close to chaotic Rome, offers an oasis of relaxation and immersion in Italian culinary traditions. The experience begins with a walk to discover the origins of the town and continues with a visit to a winery where you will taste wines from the family vineyard, such as Frascati Superiore DOCG and Lazio IGT.

After tasting the wines and traditional appetizers, you will immerse yourself in the preparation of fresh Roman pasta. You'll cook and pair your pasta with your favorite sauce, choosing from Carbonara, Amatriciana and Cacio e Pepe, with vegetarian and vegan options available upon request.

Finally, you'll visit the charming cave under the cellar, used as a shelter during World War II, concluding an experience rich in history and flavor.

Two tasting experiences to choose from, all designed to discover the winery's terroir and organic wines at the Merumalia estate in Frascati, overlooking vineyards with views of Rome.

Basic Tasting

The experience includes a tasting of 3 glasses. A guided tour among three Merumalia labels selected according to the season. No food pairings are provided.

Classic tasting

The experience begins on the panoramic terrace, continues with a walk through the vineyards and a visit to the winery, where the processing stages are explained. This is followed by a tasting of 3 organic wines paired with a board of local cured meats and cheeses and a tasting of 1 locally produced oil.

In case of food allergies or intolerances, it is possible to contact the facility following the reservation.

For an additional €5 per person, it is possible to add the Grappa and chocolate tasting.

In the setting of the Merumalia vineyards, overlooking Rome, an experience combining wine, cuisine and territory awaits you.

Program

The experience begins on the panoramic terrace, and prevde a walk through the rows and from the visit to the winery, during which you will be explained the philosophy of production and the stages of processing. It will end with a tasting of organic wines paired with a seasonal menu prepared with local products.

It is possible to add Grappa tasting with chocolate (+5€ per person) or a second course with matching glass (+20€ per person).

Tastings are held on the terrace on sunny days or in the indoor panoramic room in case of bad weather.

Winery tour and wine tasting in Monte Porzio Catone outside Rome, ideal for spending a day with a couple, family or friends.

Evolution Wine Tasting

You will begin the tour among the winery's vineyards with a member of the Costantini family, who will tell you trivia and information about the world of wine. You will continue with a visit to the winery to learn firsthand about all stages of production.

You will conclude the experience with a tasting of four wines-Frascati DOC, Malvasia del Lazio IGP, Cesanese Rosso Lazio IGP and Syrah Rosso Lazio IGP-accompanied by pizza and a platter of local cold cuts and cheeses.

Deluxe Wine Tasting

You will begin the tour among the winery's vineyards with a member of the Costantini family, who will tell you trivia and information about the world of wine. You will continue with a visit to the winery, discovering the different stages of production.

You will conclude the experience with a tasting of four wines-Sparkling Brut, Frascati Superiore DOCG, Torraccia Rosso Lazio IGP and Cannellino di Frascati DOCG-accompanied by pizza and a platter of local cold cuts and cheeses.

An’experience designed for those who want to get up close and personal with the work of the winery and taste local wines in a welcoming and relaxed environment.

The visit begins with a guided tour of the winery with an indicative duration of 1h–1h30 that illustrates the history of the estate, production techniques and the peculiaritiesà of the wines of the area.

Following the customizable tasting, you can then indicate your preferences and choose the labels to taste. There are three options for you to choose from.

Classic Tasting

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Essential tour for those who want to discover the winery in a simple and genuine way. Tasting of 3 wines, a small pairing with cheese, sliced meats and local breadsticks.

Tasting Selection

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A more complete experience that includes tasting 4 wines, accompanied by a wider selection of local cheeses and cured meats, bread with local oil and typical dry cakes.

Tasting with Light Lunch

The most convivial formula, which combines the visit with a tasting of 4 wines and a seasonal light lunch with ready-made local dishes, such as eggplant parmigiana, decomposed panzanella, omelet with vegetables and dry desserts.

The Light Lunch experience è guaranteed upon reaching the minimum number of 10 people.

È it is also possible to add, upon request, the Metodo Classico with a small surcharge of 2€ per person.

Guided tour with tasting at Casale Mattia, a historic family-owned estate and the first organic farm in the Frascati area.

Program

The experience begins with a walk through the vineyards, which have been cultivated organically for more than 30 years. Accompanied by a family member, you will discover the different grape varieties, the vine cycle and the sustainable philosophy that guides production.

The tour continues to the winery, where you will get an up-close look at the winemaking and aging processes that make Casale Mattia's wines unique.

At the end of the tour to personalize the experience you can choose from 2 options:

Tour with 2 wines: tasting of 2 selected wines, accompanied by appetizers.

Tour with 3 wines: tasting of 3 organic wines, paired with a rich board of local specialties, including Prosciutto, cheeses and typical wine donuts.

Walk through the vineyards and picnic in the hills on Lake Bracciano.

Program

Your experience starts with a guided walk through the rows of vines and a visit to the Cantine Capitani winery, where you will discover in a simple and clear way how their wines are made.

At the end of the tour, you will receive a picnic basket with a bottle of your choice-white, red, or sparkling wine-and a selection of local, km 0 products.

Wine tasting at Cantine Capitani, in Trevignano Romano in the province of Rome.

Program

When you arrive, you will be greeted by the winery staff, who will guide you to discover the wines and EVO oil produced in-house.

The guided tasting includes the’tasting of 2 labels of your choice from those available, with the possibility’of adding more by the glass.

All wines are accompanied by their extra virgin olive oil served with bruschetta.

For those who wish to enrich the experience, è it is possible to add a cutting board with cured meats, cheeses, honey, and artisanal jams.

The tasting è designed to introduce you to the work of the company, the flavors of the area and the care with which wine and oil are produced.

Walk through the vineyards and visit to winery in the hills of Lake Bracciano, with wine tasting accompanied by local products.

Program

The experience begins with a walk through the rows of vines surrounding the Cantine Capitani winery, where you will discover in a simple way the history of the winery, the varieties of grapes grown and how they are processed.

Next comes a guided tour of the winery to see firsthand the stages of winemaking and the machinery used to produce the house wines.

The tour ends with a guided tasting of a selection of Cantine Capitani labels, accompanied by a board of local products that enhance the aromas and flavors of the wines.