Welcome in Frascati! You will start your half day trip by discovering the charming town of Frascati, known to be "the City of the Roman Golden Wine" and last but not least the City of the prestigious Renaissance Villas of the noble roman families. You will be recommended to reach Frascati via a short train ride from Roma termini station that leaves at 9:49am (9:54am on Sundays) directed to FRASCATI station, and you will meet your host right outside the entrance of Frascati station behind the yellow taxi stand! You will tour the town first, to discover why Frascati had a key role in the history and in the wine tradition of the Eternal City. You will enjoy the different areas of the historic center, and you will taste artisanal jug wine in a traditional Wine Tavern, a place attended by the local farmers to enjoy their free time with friends and colleagues. The wine will be matched with a local tasty flat bread! You will then be transferred to a family's ancient Wine Farmhouse, only a few minutes distant from the town. You will enjoy a family run ancient Wine Farmhouse, located in the valleys of the Frascati Wine, only 7 minutes distant from the town of Frascati. Here the family has cultivated vineyards and olive trees for nine generations, and produced jug wine directly in the old cellar. The farmhouse is now a sort of "Frascati Wine Museum" surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, where the family spread the culture of local good wines and good food. You will have a guided visit and tasting of 3 Boutique Wines and EVO Oil, along with a traditional LUNCH at the farmhouse and a musical surprise! Sometimes you have lunch at the traditional Tavern in Frascati! At the end of the experience, you will be transferred back in town where you will take the return train from the city center to Rome!

Upon arrival in Frascati begin your tour at a locally renowned 16th-century farmhouse, vineyard, and winery where you’ll enjoy a guided visit by the owners, proud winemakers for multiple generations. Tour the wine cellar and Roman-era caves, then see how age-old winemaking traditions have been maintained through the years and incorporated into the modern production of today’s highly sought-after DOCG wines (don’t worry, you’ll even learn what all those initials mean!). After a walk through the vineyard, relax and take in the unforgettable view of the rolling hills and Rome in the background while enjoying a guided tasting of three wines; Frascati Superiore, Red Vagnolo, and Sweet Cannellino. Each wine is described in detail and accompanied by delectable local extra virgin olive oil and baked goods from the local bakery. After bidding a reluctant farewell to the winery, return to historic Frascati for a walking tour of the local shops and botteghe. Here you’ll taste celebrated local delicacies such as roasted pork (porchetta), focaccia, biscotti — just out of the antique wood-fired oven — and jug wine from the oldest tavern in town to name a few. Be sure to save room for lunch (and of course, more wine) in a hand-picked local trattoria. After your meal, the train station is just a few steps away for your return to Rome.

Experience the essence of Italy in the hills of the famed Castelli Romani, as you soak up the rich history and enjoy a wine tasting in this tour from Rome. Visit one of the oldest and most beautiful vineyards in the Frascati region. With 160 acres of vines surrounding 17th century architecture and 3rd century caverns lined with French oak barrels, this is a treasure to behold. Let your guide reveal the secrets of traditional winemaking used here from antiquity through to the modern day. Learn how Imperial Rome became the cradle of wine culture and why the Nectar of the Gods went from being a status symbol of the elite to a pleasure enjoyed by all. After enjoying the beauty of the vineyard and learning about the history of the area, take a guided tasting of the specially selected wines, complemented with freshly pressed olive oil and fresh oven-baked bread and other. At the end, head back to Rome full of the sights and tastes of the Italian countryside.

On this 3.5-hour excursion you’ll head out of Rome with your private driver to the wooded hills of Castelli Romani. The name of the area translates as Roman castles, but in reality it simply refers to a collection of wine-producing hills just southeast of Rome. The tour, stops at Antico Casale, where you’ll meet the winemaker and then tour the vineyard and cellars. Learn how the wine is produced and maybe even sample a grape fresh off of the vine. After the winery tour, you’ll sit down for a tasting session and sample 3 varieties of wine that are produced here. The first wine you’ll taste is a white Frascati DOCG, which means the wine has its designation of origin guaranteed. The second is a red wine IGP, which has a protected geographical indication. And last but not least, taste a sweet Cannellino wine.  Each wine is paired with a delicious Italian specialty, such as Roman pizza or olive oil, as well as in-season fruits and vegetables from the garden.

Experience the essence of Italy in the hills of the famed Castelli Romani, as you soak up the rich history and enjoy a wine tasting in this tour from Rome. Visit one of the oldest (family owned since 1700) and most beautiful vineyards in the Frascati region. With 160 acres of vines surrounding 17th-century architecture and 3rd-century caverns lined with oak barrels, this is a treasure to behold. Let your guide reveal the secrets of traditional winemaking used here from antiquity through to the modern-day. Learn how Imperial Rome became the cradle of wine culture and why the Nectar of the Gods went from being a status symbol of the elite to a pleasure enjoyed by all. After enjoying the beauty of the vineyard and learning about the history of the area, take a guided tasting of specially selected wines, complemented with freshly pressed olive oil and fresh oven-baked bread and other. At the end, head back to Rome full of the sights and tastes of the Italian countryside.

Ride the train from Rome to the ancient squares and churches of Frascati on this day trip. Stop at a traditional wine cellar to try some local wine and cheese. Have lunch at a cozy family restaurant. Meet your local guide at the train station in Rome and hop aboard a comfortable train. Enjoy scenic views of the Italian countryside from the train.Once you arrive, follow your guide on a tour where you can view colorful frescos in old churches. Embark on a trip to one of the oldest and most prestigious wineries in the area. Take in views of the 52 vineyards, the olive groves, and the valley of Lake Regillo. Walk through the winery and cellars which were hand-dug out of the volcanic stone in Roman times. Hear about the secrets behind the winemaking process. Savor a red, white, and sweet wine paired with an array of local cheeses and olive oil. Continue to a restaurant for a hearty pasta lunch paired with a glass of wine. Take the train back to Rome with your guide.

Start with pickup from your hotel in Rome. Travel to the Frascati region to explore 160 acres of vines surrounding 17th-century architecture and 3rd-century caverns lined with French oak barrels. Your guide will reveal the secrets of traditional winemaking techniques used here from antiquity through to the modern-day. They will explain how Imperial Rome became the cradle of wine culture. And you will also learn why the Nectar of the Gods went from being a status symbol of the elite to a pleasure enjoyed by all. After enjoying the beauty of the vineyard and learning about the history of the area, embark on a guided tasting of Santa Benedetta’s specially selected wines complemented with a traditional lunch. The lunch consists of a buffet with at least 20 different typical dishes of Roman traditions such as Zucchini, aubergines, peppers, cheeses, rice, and fresh pasta. There will be a plate of homemade pasta alla amatriciana verde, and for dessert, profiteroles. These dishes are all accompanied by local extra virgin olive oil and four local wines. At the end of the tastings, you will be able to head back to Rome, capturing views of the Roman countryside.