Spend a day at Minardi Frascati Winery crafting pasta from scratch, sampling estate wines, and enjoying the scenic vineyards just outside Rome. This hands-on experience combines culinary art with countryside charm for an unforgettable Italian escape.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal walking involved on gentle terrain.
Wildlife
History
Frascati has been a wine-producing area since Roman times, known for its crisp white varieties like Malvasia and Trebbiano.
Conservation
Minardi Frascati Winery practices sustainable viticulture focusing on organic farming methods to preserve soil health and biodiversity.
Minardi Frascati Winery
Spend a day at Minardi Frascati Winery crafting pasta from scratch, sampling estate wines, and enjoying the scenic vineyards just outside Rome. This hands-on experience combines culinary art with countryside charm for an unforgettable Italian escape.
Minardi Frascati Winery is a family-run wine farmhouse located in Frascati, Lazio, known locally as part of the historic "City of Wine." The estate operates guided vineyard tours, tasting sessions, and culinary experiences designed as day trips from Rome. Guests visit the vineyard and cellar to learn about regional winemaking techniques, sample boutique wines, and taste locally produced olive oil.
The farmhouse offers hands-on classes including a Pasta Masterclass & Wine Tour in Vigna and a Pizza Masterclass & Wine Tour in Vigna, where participants prepare traditional recipes under expert instruction and then enjoy the results at a communal lunch. In addition to cooking experiences, Minardi Frascati Winery runs Relax: Wine Tasting & Farmhouse Lunch and Discover & Taste: Frascati Wine Tour & Farmhouse Lunch — both include guided tours of the vines, wine and olive oil tastings, and a traditional farmhouse meal.
The property emphasizes authentic, small-scale winemaking and local culinary traditions. Tours and classes depart as accessible day trips from Rome and take place in scenic vineyard settings with views across the Lazio countryside. The combination of guided vineyard education, tasting sessions, and farmhouse hospitality positions Minardi Frascati Winery as a trusted choice for travelers seeking immersive food and wine experiences outside the city.
Location
Frascati, Lazio
Historic wine region near Rome
Family-Run
Family-run farmhouse
Historic vineyard and cellar
Day Trips
From Rome
Accessible day-trip experiences
Tours Offered
4 Experiences
Cooking, pizza, tasting, lunch
Reserve a spot for a wine tasting, pasta or pizza masterclass, or a relaxing farmhouse lunch — all easily reached as day trips from Rome.
Book in Advance
This popular pasta and wine tour fills up quickly—reserve your spot early, especially during peak seasons.
Comfortable Footwear
Wear sturdy but comfortable shoes suitable for light walking on uneven vineyard paths.
Dietary Requests
Notify the winery ahead of time if you have dietary restrictions to ensure they accommodate your lunch and tasting preferences.
Transportation Details
Transfers from Frascati station to the farmhouse are included, but arriving by car requires parking arrangements.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Necessary for moving comfortably through vineyard paths and the winery grounds.
Sun Protection
A hat and sunscreen will protect you during outdoor vineyard segments, especially in sunny weather.
spring|summer|fall
Light Jacket
Bring a light jacket for cooler mornings and evenings, particularly in spring and fall visits.
spring|fall|winter
Camera or Smartphone
Capture the rustic beauty of the vineyards and your pasta-making experience.