Pizza & Wine Experience with Minardi Frascati Winery
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal walking on gentle vineyard slopes and standing during the pizza class.
Overview
Master Italian pizza from dough to taste and uncover the centuries-old vineyards of Frascati on a full sensory day trip with Minardi Frascati Winery. Handcraft your pizza, savor local wines, and experience an ancient winemaking tradition just a stone’s throw from Rome.
Pizza Masterclass & Wine Tour in Vigna
For all ages • 4H • Transfers from Frascati to the Farmhouse included • English speaking guide
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About This Adventure
Embark on a unique day trip from Rome to Frascati, where you'll master the art of Italian pizza making and explore historic vineyards. Enjoy a guided tour of a family-run wine farmhouse, savor exquisite wine and olive oil tastings, and indulge in a traditional pizza lunch amidst stunning landscapes.
Enjoy an original day trip from Rome to discover the City of Wine, its vineyards and its local Pizza tradition!
Duration
4 hours
Information
Learn all the secrets of preparing an incredible Italian pizza in a fun pizza making class in Frascati. Afterwards, you will visit our authentic Frascati vineyards and learn the history of winemaking with our family by visiting our 9th generation family run wine farmhouse. Enjoy the wine and oil tasting surrounded by beautiful landscapes.
What's included?
- Transportation by air-conditioned car or mini van from Frascati station to the farmhouse and back
- Guide in English
- Pizza masterclass at the farmhouse
- Licensed wine taster
- Tour of the vineyards and wine farmhouse
- Tasting of our wines and olive oil
- Traditional pizza lunch at the farmhouse also including various appetizers prepared by the chef!
Adventure Tips
Arrive on time for the masterclass
The pizza-making session is hands-on and timed with the vineyard tour; punctuality ensures a smooth flow between activities.
Wear comfortable clothing
Casual, breathable clothes and sturdy shoes are best for walking the vineyard terrain and participating in the cooking class.
Stay hydrated
Bring a water bottle to stay refreshed throughout the tasting and outdoor walking portions of the tour.
Save room for lunch
The traditional pizza lunch with assorted appetizers is filling—come hungry but pace yourself during tastings.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Italian stone marten
- European hoopoe bird
History
Frascati has been famous since Roman times for its fertile volcanic soils that favor wine and olive growth, a tradition carried for over 2,000 years.
Conservation
Minardi Frascati Winery practices sustainable viticulture methods to protect soil health and biodiversity in the vineyard ecosystem.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Supports vineyard strolls on uneven paths.
Sunhat or cap
Provides protection from sun during outdoor vineyard tours.
summer|spring|fall specific
Light jacket
Keeps you warm during cooler weather and evening tastings.
spring|fall|winter specific
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the full day experience.