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Spend a day at Minardi Frascati Winery crafting pasta from scratch, sampling estate wines, and enjoying the scenic vineyards just outside Rome. This hands-on experience combines culinary art with countryside charm for an unforgettable Italian escape.
Spend a day at Minardi Frascati Winery crafting pasta from scratch, sampling estate wines, and enjoying the scenic vineyards just outside Rome. This hands-on experience combines culinary art with countryside charm for an unforgettable Italian escape.
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Operated by Minardi Frascati Winery · Frascati, Lazio
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.
Transfers are included from Frascati train station, which is about 30 minutes from Rome by rail.
Yes, the experience is family-friendly and suitable for all ages.
Yes, please notify Minardi Frascati Winery in advance so they can tailor the menu accordingly.
The activity is easy with minimal walking on flat terrain, suitable for most fitness levels.
Yes, a licensed wine taster leads the vineyard tour and tasting, providing detailed insights.
The pasta masterclass and wine tour are conducted in English.
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.
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