Wine Tasting in Monterosso with Arbaspaa
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required
Overview
Discover Monterosso’s distinctive wines with Arbaspaa’s curated tasting featuring local DOC whites and traditional Sciacchetrà. Taste history and innovation along Italy’s famed Ligurian coast.
Wine tasting: an unconventional enoteca in Monterosso
1 hour
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About This Adventure
Experience a unique wine tasting in Monterosso, featuring three distinct local wines, including a Cinque Terre DOC white and a traditional Sciacchetrà. Discover the diverse philosophies of winemaking in this picturesque region while enjoying delicious crostini and cantucci. Engage with the new generation of winemakers and savor the essence of Cinque Terre.
Duration
1 hour
About
In Monterosso, we would like to offer you a wine tasting of wines from winemakers only from Monterosso. You will taste a conventionally made Cinque Terre DOC white wine, a naturally and traditionally made local white wine and a Sciacchetrà. Through this tasting, we want to show you how in a limited area like the Cinque Terre completely different wines and philosophies of winemaking can develop. You will learn more about the new generation of Cinque Terre winemakers and the renaissance of traditional winemaking. The tasting will be accompanied by some crostini and cantucci with the Sciacchetrà.
What is included
- Wine tasting with 3 different wines (0,1 l per wine)
- Some snacks
Language
The tour takes place in English, Italian or Spanish, depending on the group composition
Note
- This activity is subject to the achievement of a minimum number of participants. If this number is not reached, you will be promptly informed and reimbursed entirely of the amount paid.
The legal drinking age in Italy is 18 years old. Alcoholic beverages will be served only to people of age 18+.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early
Give yourself extra time to find parking or navigate narrow streets near Via Roma before your tasting.
Pace Your Sampling
Sip slowly to appreciate the nuanced differences between each wine and its local terroir.
Ask Questions
Engage with the hosts about winemaking philosophies and vineyard locations to deepen your experience.
Respect Legal Drinking Age
Only participants 18+ are served alcohol in compliance with Italian law.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Seagulls circling the cliffs
- Mediterranean lizards basking on rocks
History
Cinque Terre’s vineyards have been hand-tended for centuries, shaped by steep terraces carved into notoriously difficult terrain.
Conservation
Winemakers here prioritize sustainable techniques to preserve fragile soils and maintain biodiversity on steep coastal slopes.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Wear sturdy shoes for navigating Monterosso’s uneven, cobbled streets.
Light jacket
Spring breezes can be cool, especially near the coast.
spring specific
Sun hat
Protect yourself from strong Ligurian sun during warmer months.
summer specific
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated before and after your tasting.