FVG WINE TOURS

HISTORICAL, WINE & FOOD TASTING TOUR: AQUILEIA & GRADO

Deeper insight into the winemaking traditions of the area.
Guided tasting with explanations of the characteristics of the local wines and the influence of the terroir.

Tour Objectives

Discover the historical and archaeological heritage of Aquileia.

Savor the culinary and wine traditions of Friuli Venezia Giulia.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Lagoon of Grado with a unique cultural and gastronomic experience.

Tour Itinerary

Aquileia – History and Archaeology

Visit to the Archaeological Site of Aquileia
Guided tour to explore the ancient Roman city, one of Italy’s most important archaeological sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Exploration of the Roman Forum, the River Port, and the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta, famous for its stunning floor mosaics.

Tasting at Cantina Tarlao Vignis

Discovering local wines produced with passion and a deep connection to the land.
Wine tasting of Friulano, Refosco, and other typical varieties, paired with local delicacies.

Transfer to Grado

Grado – Sea and Culinary Traditions

Lunch at, Al Pontil de Tripoli restaurant
A gastronomic experience featuring traditional lagoon seafood specialties, accompanied by excellent Friulian wines.

Free walk or guided tour of Grado’s historic center

Stroll through the narrow streets and charming squares of the ancient lagoon city.
Option for a guided tour to learn about Grado’s history, from its Roman origins to the present day.

Choose Your Experience:

1. Free Walking tour or guided tour of Grado
   Enjoy a self-guided or guided walk through the picturesque alleys of Grado’s historic center.
2. Visit to the Sanctuary of the Island of Barbana
   Excursion to the Sanctuary of Barbana Island
   A boat trip to the island nestled in the Lagoon of Grado.
   Visit to the Marian church, a place of spirituality and devotion surrounded by nature.
3. Second Winery Visit & Tasting
   Visit to a second winery

 

FOOD & WINE TOUR: WINE AND TERRITORY – COLLIO ORIENTALE & COLLIO

A journey to discover how the territory influences wine production, exploring two unique areas of Friuli Venezia Giulia: Collio Orientale and Collio.
A sensory experience that will help understand how soil, microclimate, and altitude affect the structure, aromas, and taste of wines.

Tour Itinerary

Collio Orientale – Elegance and Tradition

Visit to Ronchi di Cialla Winery
In the heart of Collio Orientale, we will explore the historic vineyards of this family-run winery, a pioneer in the promotion of Schioppettino.
Tasting of native wines that express the minerality and finesse of the territory.
Focus on marl and sandstone soil (Ponca) and its impact on wine structure and aging.

Lunch at Ronchi Ro Restaurant

Ronchi Ro is a charming estate-agritourism immersed in lush greenery, nestled between the rolling hills of Collio and its forests, An enchanting borderland, renowned for its ability to perfectly pair local specialties with local wines.
Chef Fares Issa’s cuisine is flavorful and authentic, strictly seasonal.

Collio – Refinement and Complexity

Visit to Gradis’ciutta Winery
Exploring the winemaking tradition of this area, characterized by Eocene marl and flysch, also known as Ponca. This typical Collio soil, made up of layered marl and sandstone, gives wines minerality, structure, aromatic complexity, and pronounced sapidity.
Tasting of Friulano, Ribolla Gialla, and Merlot to compare the different nuances with those of Collio Orientale.
Analysis of winemaking techniques that enhance the terroir’s uniqueness.

Optional visit to a second winery in Collio

A deeper understanding of the differences between wines from this region.
Opportunity to taste other native grape varieties.

Tour Objectives

Understand the influence of soil, microclimate, and winemaking techniques on the organoleptic characteristics of wine.
Compare wines from Collio Orientale and Collio through an experiential journey.
Taste local wine excellences paired with traditional gastronomy.