Exclusive Wine Tour in Franciacorta from Milan: Tasting and Three-Course Meal

A one-day guided trip in Franciacorta focused on the wine produced in the region and the beauty of its landscape. For those guests who desire an exclusive experience with private car and wine expert.

ABOUT THE ITINERARY

Around 9:00 AM pick-up at your accommodation in Milan and private luxury car/van transfer to Franciacorta. The drive takes about one hour. Once in Franciacorta you will meet the tour leader that will assist you for the day.

10.30 AM – Upon arrival in Franciacorta, you will visit the first winery.
The first stop is a premium winery, meaning a renowned historical winery or a boutique winery. The visit includes an introduction to the Franciacorta wine region, its history and some facts about its development. The hospitality staff will explain to you the method of production (the same of the Champagne method), showing you the journey of the grapes through the cellar.
The guided visit is followed by the tasting of Franciacorta DOCG wines.

At noon - After this lovely tasting, you will arrive to a charming little trattoria, where you will enjoy a three courses menù. The menu could includes dishes from the tradition of Franciacorta area such as manzo all’olio di Rovato, braised beef cooked slowly in olive oil served on a bed of polenta, or Clusane’s baked stuffed tench or Franciacorta Risotto, casoncelli (ravioli pasta stuffed with bread, cheese and meat).

2.30 PM - Next on our agenda, in the afternoon, there is a second visit. This time to a small family-run winery. You will discover producer philosophy and the features of the Franciacorta wines. At the end of the visit, you will taste their Franciacorta wines.

4.45 PM - Way back to Milan, you will arrive at 6.00 - ISH

The itinerary could change according to the availability.

THE PRICE INCLUDES

• Guided visit of a premium Franciacorta winery
• Guided visit of a small Franciacorta winery
• Description of the Franciacorta wine-making method
• Tasting of five Franciacorta wines
• Lunch in a cosy restaurant with tasting menu, water, coffee and a glass of wine.
• Private luxury car transfer from your accommodation in Milan
  and for the day (8-hour service)
• Tour leader service for the day
• Travel Agency assistance

PRACTICAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE TOUR

Example of the car used for this tour: Mercedes E Class (car) - Mercedes V Class (minivan)

Please note that the winery visits included in the offer are shared cellar tours (small groups up to 15 people).

We highly recommend you to bring with you a jacket or a shawl because the temperature in the cellar is about 15°.