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The most direct introduction to Calabria as a wine destination comes through tasting tours that weave through rugged mountains and coastal terraces at Italy's toe, pausing to taste. Whether you're looking for wine tastings near you or a full day among the vines, Calabria puts the options within easy reach.

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The best season to experience wine tastings and tours in Calabria

Whether exploring wine tasting and tours in Calabria, long walks on the beach, hiking - Calabria is a true holiday paradise in summer! Visit in the summer months between June to mid-October, for the ideal condition with 11 hours of sunshine touching the region.

What to do in Calabria?

Apart from astonishing wine tasting and tours in Calabria, you do not want to miss Museo Nazionale della Magna Grecia, Cathedral of Duomo, and Castello Aragonese while on tour.
Ride the ferry across the Straits of Messina for the amazing view around Calabria and Sicily.

What to taste in Calabria?

Here are some wine suggestions for your wine tastings in Calabria:

  • Ciro wine is definitely the highlight of Calabria. Ciro wine, which is known as one of the oldest wines, is made from indigenous Gaglioppo grapes, is full-bodied, tannic wine, and displays strong fruity flavors.
  • Located at the toe of the Italian peninsula, characterized by its Mediterranean climate, the red wines are typically very tannic and full-bodied with strong fruit aromas.
  • White wines from the Greco di Bianco region have a deep amber color with hints of dried herbs and citrus notes.

What to expect from wine tastings and tours in Calabria?

Experience wine tasting and tour in Calabria sitting amongst the rich natural beauty- the Apennine Mountains, Strait of Messina, and mesmerizing view of the valley.
Every winery and cellar house is equipped with a tasting room where you can enjoy a glass of their fine wine. Many wineries offer a guided tour to the cellar room. Grasp first-hand insight about the ecological and sustainable organic winemaking techniques. Wine tastings and tours in Calabria will let you fully experience the beauty of the region, winemaking traditions as well as local cuisine.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I travel to Calabria wine region by air?

You can start visiting wineries and experiencing wine tastings and tours in Calabria by flying into one of the following airports:

  • Reggio Calabria Airport (REG)

  • Lamezia Terme Airport (SUF)

  • Crotone Airport (CRV). 


Buses run from the airport to downtown and the port.

How can I travel to Calabria wine region by car?

Traveling by car is the most comfortable way to reach wineries and experience wine tastings and tours in Calabria. 
You will have a chance to encounter some of the best wine experiences in Calabria:

  • In a short drive around Reggio Calabria;

  • There are several wineries located near Lamezia Terme, which is in an hour and a half drive from Reggio Calabria. You will be able to enjoy the beautiful scenery while you are traveling from Reggio Calabria to Lamezia Terme and you can actually stop by Capo Vaticano and enjoy some of the most mesmerizing landscapes over the Tyrrhenian Sea.

How can I travel to Calabria wine region by train?

There are long-distance trains connecting Calabria from Milan, Rome, and Naples.
When it comes to the regional trains, it is definitely not the best way to travel in Calabria if you would like to explore some remote places and experience wine tastings and tours in Calabria. However, you can travel among the big cities of Calabria with regional train lines. There is a train line between Reggio di Calabria and Vibo Valentia Pizzo. It takes 1 hour and 11 minutes, without having to change it.
Near Vibo Valentina and Reggio Calabria, you can encounter some of the most authentic wine tastings and tours in Calabria.

Language tips for wine tastings and tours in Calabria

Some words to remember before you experience wine tastings and tours in Calabria:

“Vino”- Wine
“Cantina” – Winery
“Vigna” – Vine
“Vigneto” – Vineyard
“Uva” – Grape
“Vino Bianco” – White wine
“Vino Rosso” – Red wine
“Rosé” – Rosé wine
“Strada del Vino/dei Vini” – Wine route
“Salute!” or “Cin Cin” – Cheers!