Meet the Winemaker over Lunch & Estate Wines

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Basilicata
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4.9
Activity type Visit & Tasting
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Join us for a memorable lunch experience with the winemaker at Elena Fucci! After touring the picturesque vineyards and state-of-the-art cellars, you will have the chance to savor a delightful meal featuring four expertly crafted dishes by our talented Chef. Each dish is thoughtfully designed to complement our exceptional wines, showcasing the rich flavors of our region. Our menu highlights local and artisanal products, ensuring an authentic taste of the area. If you have any dietary restrictions, such as allergies or specific dislikes, please let us know when you book your experience. This is a perfect opportunity for wine lovers and food enthusiasts alike to connect with the winemaker and learn more about the art of winemaking while enjoying a delicious meal. Don’t miss out on this unique culinary adventure!

About the Experience
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Free cancellation is available up to 48 hours before your experience starts.
Free cancellation
Activity type
Visit & Tasting
Free cancellation
Experience duration
3 Hours 30 Minutes
Tasted wines
Number of wines served
4-6
Free cancellation
Style of wines served
Red Wine, White Wine, Rose Wine, Orange Wine, Sparkling Wine, Sweet Wine, Fortified Wine, Spirits
Things to see
Things to see
Vineyards, Winery, Cellar, Tasting Room
Languages
Languages spoken
English, Italian

Top reviews

Carlotta Dimatteo
August 20, 2024
We had a tour of the company with Elena, the owner, and it was a really nice and interesting experience! A particular approach to wine and a company that in my opinion is very innovative for the area!
Annelies De Wit
September 5, 2021
We had a really nice visit at the lovely winery of Elena. She told passionately (and clear) about the wines, her family and the winemaking processes. With a tasteful tasting with beautiful view over the vineyards as icing on the cake. Thanks for your hospitality!

Location

Location Contrada Solagna Del Vino , Snc, Barile, Basilicata / Potenza, 85022, Italy

Frequently Asked Questions about Meet the Winemaker over Lunch & Estate Wines

How long does the Meet the Winemaker over Lunch & Estate Wines last?

Meet the Winemaker over Lunch & Estate Wines lasts around 210 minutes.

What type of wines will be tasted during the Meet the Winemaker over Lunch & Estate Wines?

During the Meet the Winemaker over Lunch & Estate Wines, you will be able to taste Red Wine, White Wine, Rose Wine, Orange Wine, Sparkling Wine, Sweet Wine, Fortified Wine, Spirits.

What places will be visited during the Meet the Winemaker over Lunch & Estate Wines?

During the Meet the Winemaker over Lunch & Estate Wines, you will visit Vineyards, Winery, Cellar, Tasting Room.

How many wines will be tasted during the Meet the Winemaker over Lunch & Estate Wines?

You will taste 4-6 wines during the Meet the Winemaker over Lunch & Estate Wines.

In what languages do they offer the Meet the Winemaker over Lunch & Estate Wines?

The Meet the Winemaker over Lunch & Estate Wines is offered in English, Italian.

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Giovanni Russo
Reviewed on January 14, 2025

The year 2025 began with two visits to two wineries that I had wanted to discover for a long time. One of these was “Elena Fucci”, one of the most awarded companies in Basilicata and a few kilometers from Melfi. Due to the low season, I visited the company together with my father and that was it: there were no other customers and this, combined with the fact that Elena herself led the visit, allowed me to have the experience that I value most when visiting the cellars, that is, something intimate together with those who gave birth to this reality. Although the package only included three wines and the company's oil, Elena was generous and also let me taste a special edition of her flagship wine and also the vermouth. In order: - “Titolo” Pink Edition (a really pleasant rosé), - “Titolo”, the company's most famous product, always based on Aglianico and corresponding to the DOC “Aglianico del Vulture”, - “Titolio”, EVO oil composed of the Ogliarola del Vulture, Cima di Melfi and Pendolino varieties, - “Sceg”, a wine made from vines that were close to “destruction”, - “Title for the 25th anniversary”, - “Titolo” in vermouth version. In addition, Elena also resells (and in some cases produces) many other delicacies, such as compotes, cured meats, creams, beauty products, condiments and more.

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Roberta Muir
Reviewed on November 23, 2024

On a recent trip to Basilicata I spent a wonderful couple of hours being informed and inspired by the incredibly passionate and knowledgeable Elena Fucci. Her are at 600m on the side of Mount Vulture, for which the appellation Aglianico di Vulture is named. Hers are the highest DOC and DOCG vineyards in the region. She hadn’t planned to become a winemaker, but when her parents decided to sell the vineyard planted by her great grandfather she couldn’t bear to part with this piece of family history, so threw herself wholeheartedly into oenology. She was blessed to make wine with her grandfather for 20 years and today combines his intuitive knowledge with her scientific background, making excellent wine with both head and heart. Her focus is singular: a small vineyard growing just one grape made into wine under one label. For anyone serious about understanding Basilicata’s most important grape and its potential, I highly recommend her guided tasting which is conducted in a room above the winery, looking out over the vines. My personal favourite is her dark, savoury rosato, which is mor like a chilled red wine than a rosé. Elena has great tips on local restaurants too!

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Piero Centrone
Reviewed on November 15, 2024

On the advice of friends who had already been there, we decided to visit Elena Fucci's cellar. When we arrived at the company we were greeted by Mr. Salvatore (Elena's father). As can be read in other reviews, the added value of the guided tour is that it reveals the love of a family for its territory, that anecdotes from the past are told and that it expresses the determination and strength of a girl who did not want to leave her own territory and it invested time and resources in what would become a leading product in a difficult area. All this also allowed her to be named Knight of Labor in 2023. There is little to say about the quality of the wines... excellent (we chose the 5 glasses route)... Special mention also goes to Mrs. Lucia who prepared a "snack" of excellent quality. I highly recommend anyone travelling through Basilicata to stop at this winery, where you can feel the love for "his creation" in every corner. The prices are absolutely in line with the quality of the wines tasted.

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Carlotta Dimatteo
Reviewed on August 20, 2024

We had a tour of the company with Elena, the owner, and it was a really nice and interesting experience! A particular approach to wine and a company that in my opinion is very innovative for the area!

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EvilPho3nix
Reviewed on July 9, 2024

Is a recommendation. The owner is very nice. She took a lot of time and explained everything. The wine tasting was very good

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