Exploring the rich winemaking heritage of a region can be a delightful experience. This wine tour promises to whisk visitors away on a 3-hour journey, featuring a guided visit to a local wine cellar. Guests will savor five exquisite wines, including the renowned Negroamaro and Primitivo, while learning about the intricate winemaking process from an expert guide. With round-trip transfers and a tasting session paired with delicious local delicacies, this tour offers a unique opportunity to take in the flavors of the region.
Key Points
- Comprehensive wine tour with guided cellar visit and tasting of 5 local wines, including Negroamaro and Primitivo.
- Roundtrip transportation from Lecce in a 9-seater van, with flexible departure times at 10 am and 2:30 pm.
- Expert guide provides insights into the history and production process of the wines during the tasting experience.
- Exclusive access to a limited production cellar enhances the authenticity of the wine experience.
- Convenient booking process with no upfront payment and a flexible cancellation policy, allowing for easy planning.
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Tour Overview
The tour offers a comprehensive wine experience, featuring a guided tour of a wine cellar and a tasting of five local wines.
A guided tour of a wine cellar and tasting of five local wines for a comprehensive wine experience.
It’s a 3-hour excursion limited to 8 participants, with pickup and drop-off in Lecce. Guests will explore the history and production of Negroamaro and Primitivo wines, two globally recognized varietals.
The tour includes a 9-seater van shuttle, tastings complemented by cured meats and cheeses, and return transfers.
Departures are available at 10 am and 2:30 pm, with the option to start from locations other than Lecce upon request.
Booking is flexible, with no upfront payment and free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
Inclusions
The tour includes a 9-seater van shuttle service to transport guests to and from the wine cellar.
On the tour, guests will enjoy a guided visit of the wine cellar and a tasting of 5 local wines, including the renowned Negroamaro and Primitivo varietals. The wine tasting is accompanied by a sampling of cured meats and cheeses.
The tour provides round-trip transfers from Lecce, with the option to depart from other locations upon request. Departure times are offered at 10:00 am and 2:30 pm, ensuring flexibility in scheduling.
Wine Experience
Focused on the globally acclaimed Negroamaro and Primitivo wines, the tour offers an immersive wine experience at a limited production cellar, ensuring above-average quality.
An expert accompanies guests, sharing the history and production phases of these distinctive regional varietals. Visitors can expect an in-depth look at the winemaking process, from grape selection to fermentation and aging.
The tasting allows guests to savor the complex flavors and aromas of the wines, complemented by local cured meats and cheeses.
This exclusive access provides an authentic and memorable encounter with Apulian wine culture.
Booking Information
How does one go about booking this wine tour?
It’s easy – just reserve your spot without upfront payment. Simply book your preferred date and time. There’s no need to pay right away. This "reserve now & pay later" option allows flexibility.
If plans change, no problem – you can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. To check availability, just inquire about specific dates and times.
The tour has limited group sizes, so be sure to book early to secure your spot on this immersive Negroamaro and Primitivo wine experience.
Customer Feedback
Customers have overwhelmingly praised this wine tour, with an impressive overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on 1 review.
The positive feedback highlights the tour’s interesting history, generous wine tastings, and enjoyable food pairings. A reviewer from New Zealand, Margaret, praised the tour, ordered 12 bottles of wine, and enjoyed the social aspect of the tasting experience.
The tour’s expert guide, who shares the history and production phases of the wines, further enhances the customer experience.
Exploring Negroamaro and Primitivo Wines
As the wine tour highlights, the focus is on two distinct grape varieties native to the Puglia region – Negroamaro and Primitivo.
Negroamaro is a robust red grape known for its deep color and flavors of ripe berries, spices, and earth. Primitivo, on the other hand, is a full-bodied grape that produces wines with notes of jammy dark fruit, pepper, and vanilla.
During the tour, guests will visit a limited production cellar, where an expert will share the history and production process of these acclaimed wines.
The opportunity to taste these regional specialties is a key draw of the experience.
Discovering the Wine Cellar
The tour’s highlight lies in the visit to the limited production wine cellar. Here, guests witness the intricate process behind the creation of Negroamaro and Primitivo wines. An expert guide leads the group through the cellar, sharing insights into the history and production phases.
| | Barrel Room | Fermentation Tanks | Bottling Line |
| — | — | — | — |
| Capacity | 10,000 liters | 15,000 liters | 1,200 bottles/hour |
| Temp | 16°C | 21°C | – |
| Humidity | 70% | 65% | – |
| Oak Type | French & American | – | – |
| Aging | 12-18 months | 3-6 months | – |
This exclusive access allows guests to appreciate the dedication and craftsmanship that goes into these renowned regional wines.
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Savoring the Tasting and Local Delicacies
After exploring the wine cellar, guests eagerly anticipate the tasting experience.
They’ll sample five exceptional wines – Negroamaro and Primitivo – alongside local delicacies like cured meats and cheeses. An expert guide leads the tasting, sharing the history and production methods of these renowned regional varietals.
The intimate setting, limited to just eight participants, creates a social and interactive atmosphere. Guests can savor the nuanced flavors, learn about the winemaking process, and discover the cultural significance of these iconic Southern Italian wines.
It’s an immersive taste of the local terroir and culinary traditions.
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The Sum Up
This wine tour offers an immersive experience, allowing visitors to explore the renowned Negroamaro and Primitivo wines. With a guided visit to a local wine cellar, a tasting session showcasing five exquisite wines, and the opportunity to savor cured meats and cheeses, the tour promises a delightful journey into the world of Italian winemaking. Flexible booking options and round-trip transfers from Lecce make this an accessible and hassle-free way to discover the rich winemaking heritage of the region.