easy
1.5–2 hours
No special physical fitness required; suitable for all adults comfortable standing and walking short distances.
Explore rare Italian wines like Ruche and Zibbibo alongside beloved classics in a private tasting at Little Washington Winery. Discover Italy’s iconic grape varietals without leaving Virginia’s scenic wine country.
$60 | Ages 21 + | 1 hour and a half | The Scarce & Famous
Embark on a unique wine-tasting journey through Italy's diverse grape varietals, exploring rare finds like Ruche and Zibbibo alongside iconic classics such as Barolo and Nero d’Avola. Experience the rich tapestry of Italy's wine regions, making unforgettable memories with friends at Little Washington Winery.
With over 350 native grapes in Italy, without question, Italy provides a staggering percentage of the world's most distinctive and exalted wines. In addition, the sheer breadth of styles they produce is equally impressive. Italy grows the largest array of grape varietals in the world, and is home to many classic wine regions and wine styles. We’ll taste rare grape varietals from Italy like Ruche, LaGrein, Zibbibo, Romato, Gaglioppo. We’ll taste the iconic varietals coming out of major Italian wine regions, like Barolo, Orvieto, Amorone Valpolicella, Super Tuscan, Sagrantino, Primativo, Nero d’Avola, Montepulciano, Etna, Soave!
PLEASE NOTE — Little Washington Winery reserves the right to cancel any scheduled class due to either of 2 conditions:
1 - snow or any other weather closure
2 - classes that do not meet a minimum of 6 participants.
Bring friends!
The call to cancel a class is made on the Thursday before each class. Please do not make overnight reservations or reserve activities in the area that are contingent on Little Washington Winery’s ability to provide a class.
If a class must be cancelled due to lack of participation or for severe weather, Little Washington Winery honors class tickets by:
— Providing the opportunity to reschedule class tickets to any Little Washington Winery class on any future date.
Or
— Providing refunds to participants who purchased tickets from LittleWashingtonWinery.com
Book your experience early to secure your preferred date and group size.
Arrange for a designated driver or transportation service to enjoy wine tastings responsibly.
Opt for comfortable yet stylish attire suitable for both indoor and outdoor tasting areas.
Take advantage of sommeliers’ knowledge to learn about each varietal’s origins and flavor profiles.
Washington, Virginia has a rich colonial history, with many preserved buildings dating back to the 18th century, complementing the winery's cultural atmosphere.
Little Washington Winery practices sustainable viticulture, focusing on environmentally friendly grape growing and waste reduction.
Walk and stand comfortably during tastings and vineyard strolls.
Stay warm during cooler evenings or outdoor portions of the tasting.
fall specific
Protect your skin if participating in outdoor tastings during sunny days.
summer specific
Keep notes on your favorite wines and tasting impressions.