For all ages • 4H • Transfers from Frascati to the Farmhouse included • English speaking guide
Escape Rome for a day and explore Frascati, Italy’s City of Wine. This immersive tour combines vineyard visits, expert tastings, and a traditional farmhouse lunch with stunning views of Rome, perfect for wine lovers and travelers seeking a cultural escape.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves moderate walking around vineyards and the farmhouse.
Wildlife
History
Frascati has been producing wine since Roman times and is known for the DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation it received, preserving its traditional wine quality.
Conservation
The vineyard estates emphasize sustainable agriculture practices to protect soil health and local biodiversity, minimizing chemical use.
Minardi Frascati Winery
For all ages • 4H • Transfers from Frascati to the Farmhouse included • English speaking guide
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
The tour is popular and seats fill up quickly, especially during peak season—secure your spot early.
Wear comfortable shoes
Light walking through vineyards and around the farmhouse requires sturdy, comfortable footwear.
Check weather forecast
The tour includes outdoor vineyard visits, so dressing for the weather will enhance your experience.
Bring a camera
Capture the panoramic views of Rome and the beautiful vineyard landscape around Frascati.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking on unpaved vineyard paths and around the farmhouse.
Light jacket or sweater
Spring weather can be cool, especially in the early morning or late afternoon.
spring
Sunscreen and hat
Protect yourself during outdoor vineyard visits under the summer sun.
summer
Camera or smartphone
For capturing vineyard views and the farmhouse setting.