Wine Tasting with Food and Tufa Cellar Visit in Orvieto
Overview
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1 hour
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Explore a historic underground tufa cellar in Orvieto city center showcasing antique winemaking tools, old barrels and a collection of vintage bottles. Then enjoy a relaxed wine tasting, just few steps from the Duomo church.
The tasting features three wines from the Umbria, each presented with tasting notes, labels, grape varieties, production methods, and interesting facts.
Among the wines presented is the traditional sweet wine Vin Santo. Each wine can be paired with local specialties such as cured meats, artisanal cheeses, and typical Umbrian cookies
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 18 years old and above. Minor travelers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks
Please let us know in advance if you have any vegetarian, vegan, lactose intolerant, or celiac dietary needs.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Immerse yourself in a unique wine-tasting experience and explore a historic tufa cave cellar in Orvieto. Discover the fascinating underground cellar carved into the tufa rock, witnessing the ancient wine-aging techniques still in use today. Savor a tasting of three exquisite wines: two dry varieties—one white and one red—and a sweet Vin Santo, a cherished dessert wine typical in central Italy. Enjoy a selection of regional and local cured meats and cheeses, perfectly paired with the first two wines, enhancing the flavors and offering a true taste of local tradition. To conclude, enjoy traditional Tuscan tozzetti (similar to cookies/biscuits) that will be paired alongside the Vin Santo, creating a delightful end to this memorable journey into Italy’s rich oenological heritage.
What‘s Included
Traditional Tuscan tozzetti to pair with Vin Santo
Presentation of each wine by the sommelier
Visit to a historic tufa cave cellar
Soft drinks, instead of wines, for underage people
Tasting of 3 wines: one white, one red and a sweet Vin Santo
Selection of regional and local cured meats and cheeses
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Wine Tasting in Orvieto
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