The 20 best Wine Tastings in Lombardy

Wine tasting of Ronchi Varesini wines and vineyard visit in Albizzate è a wonderful experience.

The tour will begin with a visit to the vineyards and description of pruning techniques, grape varieties and their cultivation, and harvesting and winemaking; è including an explanation of the Ronchi Varesini PGI and history of Varese wine, possibly with a Power Point lecture projection on the subject.  

Then follows the sensory experience with guided tasting. During the tasting you will taste two wines and they will be accompanied by breadsticks and taralli.

Depending on weather conditions, the tasting will be either in the tasting room or on the terrace or vineyard.

When booking, you will be able to select a small extra cutting board that will include a sampling of cured meats and cheeses.
 

Agritourism tasting in the Bergamo hills in Pontida allows you to taste 6 local wines at the first vegetarian and vegan agritourism restaurant in the province of Bergamo.

While visiting and tasting the organic wines, you will have the chance to experience a bit of the world of viticulture, walking among the vines and discovering how the land is protected.

The experience will begin with a visit to the farm's vineyards during which you will learn all the secrets of organic farming.

Afterwards, you will be treated to a tasting that will include:

•    6 organic wines
•    a plate of local cheeses
•    veg appetizers
•    homemade bread and breadsticks

The tasting will be held on the panoramic terrace overlooking the vineyards or in the winery.

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

Enjoy a relaxing evening with a dinner and tasting in Scanzorosciate, in the hills outside Bergamo.

Every weekend, an atmospheric wine and food experience accompanied by a cozy winery atmosphere awaits you.

The experience includes a seasonal 4-course menu that celebrates seasonal produce:

•    Antipasto
•    First course
•    Second course
•    Sweet

Each course è accompanied by a glass of wine that enhances the flavors and creates a'harmony between food and wine.

On request, é can take a guided tour of the winery to learn about the winery's history, production methods and the unique characteristics of the wines.

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

A brunch in the hills outside Bergamo in Scanzorosciate with a wine pairing to taste at Cascina San Giovanni.

Brunch è perfect for sharing convivial moments with friends and family. From sweet to savory, you will find everything you desire. You will be able to select four dishes to pair with our wines and more.

The Cascina San Giovanni farm does not è only wine: from the beehives allocated in the Maffioli vineyard two honeys are obtained, millefiori and chestnut.
From the olive groves, a wonderful evo oil, from the orchard of fragrant jams, to spread on bread or to taste combined with cheeses, all km0 products.

Brunch è available from April to October.

The tasting and visit to Bornato Castle is a beautiful experience.

Bornato Castle and Villa Orlando, located in the heart of Franciacorta, is a rare example of a Renaissance villa built inside a medieval castle.

Built in medieval times, it was later remodeled in later periods, resulting in a very interesting architectural complex.

You can decide whether to take a tour with lunch, or have a tasting with wines from the winery.

The winery tour a with tasting in Desenzano will allow you to discover the Lugana production processes in a relaxed and modern setting on Lake Garda. You can choose from three different experiences.

Classic Tour

The activity starts with a guided tour of the winery where you will understand how the wine is produced and finally have a tasting of 3 wines (Lugana Doc, Lugana Doc Brut Metodo Classico and Il Guardiano Benaco Bresciano Rosso). The tasting will be accompanied by cold cuts and cheeses.

Lugana Tour

The activity starts with a guided tour of the winery where you will understand how the wine is produced and finally have a tasting of the 4 Lugana doc wines produced by the winery (Lugana Doc, Demesse Vecchie Lugana doc, Lugana Doc Brut Metodo Classico and Diciannove marzo Lugana Doc Pas Dosè). The tasting will be accompanied by cured meats and cheeses.

Full Tour

With this experience you will take a guided tour of the winery, a walk through the vineyards, visit the Cru vineyard, the Sparkling Cellars and the Barrique Cellar. At the end there will be a tasting of all the winery's most significant products. The tasting will be accompanied by cured meats and cheeses.

To participate in the tasting you must be of legal age.

Wine tasting and visit to the historic Mosnel winery in Franciacorta è an unmissable experience!

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

All wine tastings are accompanied by a small sampling of local bread, salami and cheese to better taste the wines offered. You can request the addition of a mixed board of cured meats from Az. Agricola Danesi + CISSVA flakes + breadsticks (for 2 people).

You will taste 3 to choose from the following wines:

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•    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 the 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 è it is recommended to bring with sé a headgear to cover yourself adequately even in summer.

The’accompaniment in the cellars of pets is not è allowed.

The wine tasting with guided tour of the 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 producer-led tasting of selected Franciacorta wines offered by the winery, accompanied by a mixed platter of local cured meats and cheeses. This will be followed by a visit to the winery, where you will learn about Franciacorta production techniques.

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The tasting includes the following 3 wines:

•    Franciacorta Millesimato "Double Zero"
•    Franciacorta Millesimato "Pinonero"
•    Franciacorta Millesimato "Saten" Brut

The tasting is accompanied by a mixed platter of local cured meats and cheeses.

Cantiniere

The tasting includes:

•    4 wines of your choice

The tasting is accompanied by a mixed platter of local cured meats and cheeses.

Farmer

Tasting includes:

•    6 wines of your choice

The tasting is accompanied by a mixed platter of local cured meats and cheeses.

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

The winery tour with tasting in Monticelli Brusati in the heart of Franciacorta, south of Lake d'Iseo, will introduce you to the production techniques of the historic wines of the Lombard tradition.

You can choose from 2 options.

Antica Fratta Selection

This tour is an experience designed for those who wish to deepen their knowledge of Franciacorta's finest wines.

The guided tour will take you to discover the winery, a unique place where natural rock meets the art of winemaking. Built in the heart of the hillside in the second half of the 19th century, the winery is today a symbol of elegance and tradition.

At the end of the tour, a tasting of three Millesimati awaits you, each paired with a finger food designed to enhance their aromas and flavors. A moment of discovery and pleasure in an’elegant and pleasant atmosphere.

Antica Fratta Riserva

This experience is dedicated to those who wish to experience a unique and refined moment. The guided tour will lead you through the winery, a fascinating place where living rock blends with 19th-century architecture, creating the ideal environment for the aging of our finest wines.

At the end of the tour, a tasting of two Millesimati and the 2015 Quintessence Reserve awaits you. The wines will be paired with a gourmet menu designed to enhance every note and aroma, in an experience that celebrates Antica Fratta’s excellence.

The tasting takes place in historic rooms, inside a mansion that breathes elegance and tradition. An unforgettable journey into the heart of the winery, reserved for those seeking the best of tradition and innovation.

A visit to the winery is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the wine history of Franciacorta production and to taste excellent wines in the company of friends, family or your partner.

The wine tasting and tour of Tallarini Cellars è 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 the arrival of the grapes to bottling and labeling.

Sweet Tasting

Followed by a tasting of 5 wines with food pairing.

•    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 
•    Calice of Moscato di Scanzo DOCG Passito Rosso paired with artisanal biscuits

Starred tasting (only for couple)

The "Stellata" option can be done only in pairs and includes the following wines:

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

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

Wine tasting at a Lake Como winery, with the opportunity to walk outdoors among the vineyards and production areas of a local farm.  

The tour includes the historic family-owned wineries and a tasting of 3 selected home-produced wines. The tastings are accompanied by platters of local cheeses and cured meats to enhance the flavors of the wines offered.

During the tour, you will have the opportunity to admire the beautiful views of the upper Lake Como's mountains.

The tour can be conducted in both Italian and English.

An opportunity to appreciate the beauty of the vineyards and breathtaking natural views, while enjoying local products and fine local wines.

The tasting includes a guided tour of the vineyard and historic winery, an aperitif of traditional Valtellina cured meats and cheeses, and a guided tasting of Triacca wines.

Among the wines selected for the tasting are:

•    La Contea Alpi Retiche IGT,
•    Riserva La Gatta Valtellina Superiore DOCG,
•    Giovanni Segantini Valtellina Superiore DOCG,
•    Prestigio Valtellina Superiore DOCG
•    San Domenico Sforzato Di Valtellina DOCG

Wine tasting in Valtellina is the perfect opportunity to learn about local products in the company of friends or family. The farm located in Chiuro, in the province of Sondrio, offers 4 different wine tourism experiences to choose from.

All experiences include a visit to the winery and a small cutting board with typical Valtellina products, such as cold cuts, cheeses and bread.

Discover Valtellina

Experience involving the tasting of 3 wines. The wines offered will be:

•    Alpi Retiche IGT Rezio
•    Valtellina Superiore DOCG Inferno Efesto
•    Valtellina Superiore DOCG Signorie Riserva

Rosa Camuna

This experience is named after one of the most famous rock carvings in the Camonica Valley and features a tasting of 3 wines.

The following wines will be tasted:

•    Alpi Retiche IGT Cerasum
•    Valtellina Superiore DOCG Inferno La Martellina
•    Valtellina Superiore DOCG Sassella La Priora

Smells of Nebbiolo

This experience allows you to taste 4 wines from Valtellina:

•    IGT Alpi Retiche Rezio
•    Valtellina Superiore Docg Inferno Efèsto
•    Valtellina Superiore Docg Sassella Riserva
•    Sforzato di Valtellina Docg "Il Gheppio"

Mother Earth

Experience that offers the tasting of 4 wines:

•    Alpi Retiche IGT Cerasum
•    Valtellina Superiore DOCG Sassella Le Coppelle
•    Valtellina Superiore DOCG Inferno Riserva Al Carmine
•    Sforzato DOCG Messere

The tasting will take place in a relaxing environment perfect for a day out or a weekend away. 

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

The visit and lunch or dinner with tasting at the brewery in Livigno, Lombardy, will begin with a brief introduction to the history of Europe's highest brewery, followed by a tour of the production area, where the various processes used to create the beers, such as hopping and mashing, will be explained.

The quality of the raw material is the common denominator of each stage of production, and is sought with great care by the master brewer.

At the end of the brewery tour, you can enjoy a dinner or lunch prepared with delicious Italian-Bavarian dishes accompanied by the Lombard brewery's best beers. Lunch is available only on Saturdays.

This is a magnificent brewery visit with tasting!

For children, you can make reservations by contacting the facility directly and they will have the opportunity to order from the menuù a la carte.