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Trecastagni: Etna Vineyard Tour with Wine and food Tasting

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Be inspired by a great wine tasting on the slopes of Mount Etna, one of the most important production areas in Italy. Visit a traditional vineyard, tour the facilities, and learn about the process.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a day immersed in nature
  • Taste excellent local wines
  • Discover the secrets of viticulture

Description

On the slopes of the Etna volcano, in a landscape of lava rock, woods, brooms and in front of the sea, there are the vineyardsof a vineyards, which is located between two extinct craters. The Etna DOC vineyards are located in Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, for the production of Etna Rosso and in Carricante and Catarratto, for the production of Etna Bianco, that is the main ones of the DOC Etna. You will explore the vineyards of the estate, where you will learn the history of the ancient rural culture of Etna viticulture.The peculiarity of the volcanic soils and the microclimate with strong temperature variations are fundamental prerogatives for the cultivation of vineyards and the fixing of important perfumes in the grapes. The wines produced in this area bear the label 'Etna DOC' and if the Nerello Mascalese and the Nerello Cappuccio produce Reds of absolute delicacy, the Carricante gives birth to a White with a particular flavor that gathers all the scents of the nearby sea. You will discover the secrets of the preparation of this wine appreciated on all markets and produced for 10 years through the organic farming method, in a sandy soil rich in minerals and organic substances. Then, you will start the tasting of 3 glasses of Etna DOC with appetizers, a warm first course and to conclude a dessert.

Includes

Visit of the vineyards Tasting of Etna DOC wines Light lunch

Important Information

  • To ensure adherence to the 'Etna Wine Tasting with Light Lunch in Trecastagni' schedule, all participants are asked to arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes in advance While booking the 'Etna Wine Tasting', please inform us of any food intolerances and/or allergies, for menu changes The Wine Tasting is scheduled for people aged 18 and over Children's menu includes: juice, sandwich and a hot main course

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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