Pasta & Wine Experience at Minardi Frascati Winery

A short ride southeast of Rome, the town of Frascati sits amid rolling hills covered with vineyards that produce some of Italy’s most storied white wines. At Minardi Frascati Winery, this 9th-generation family estate invites travelers to step into an immersive day of culinary craft and countryside discovery. Known as the City of Wine, Frascati’s rural landscapes provide a stunning backdrop where traditional pasta making and wine tasting come together in an authentic Italian experience. Upon arrival, guests gather at the winery’s historic farmhouse, where an English-speaking chef leads a hands-on pasta masterclass. Rolling, kneading, and shaping dough with attentive guidance transforms simple ingredients into fresh, handmade pasta ready to be savored. Following the cooking session, a licensed wine taster escorts visitors through sweeping vineyard views while introducing three distinctive local wines alongside premium extra virgin olive oil harvested on-site. The tour includes an intimate walkthrough of the centuries-old cellar, where vintages rest in cool stone vaults—a living archive of Minardi’s deep-rooted viticulture tradition. The day culminates with a traditional lunch served family-style, featuring the pastas guests crafted earlier paired perfectly with the estate’s wines. This combination of agritourism, gastronomy, and landscape appreciation makes Minardi Frascati Winery a standout destination for food lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. For visitors seeking more than a typical wine tour, this experience blends active creativity and learning with the relaxed rhythm of rural Lazio. Minimal walking over gentle terrain means it’s accessible, while the rich blend of culture and nature offers a nuanced perspective on the region’s heritage. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a casual adventurer, Minardi Frascati delivers an unforgettable day unfurling the flavors and stories of Italy’s countryside just outside Rome.