Find and Book Wineries to Visit in Basilicata

Bari-Palese International Airport (BRI) is just 64 km from Matera and it is also connected to the town by the regional bus company COTRAB. This airport is the best choice to reach the area of Basilicata, while Naples International Airport (NAP) is the best option to explore the western-Tyrrhenian area of the region. There are different bus lines that connect Naples International Airport to the cities of Basilicata, where you can enjoy the beauty of the countryside and visit wineries in Basilicata. 
There are weekly direct flights to BRI and NAP from major airports in the UK, and other European cities throughout the summer season to explore wineries in Basilicata.

If you decide to explore wineries in Basilicata, and you are traveling from different parts of Italy, here are three highways to reach the region from other parts of Italy:
- Via A2, the Motorway of the Mediterranean Sea, links Salerno to Reggio Calabria passing through the area of the Pollino National Park (southern part of the region);
- Via A14 Adriatic Motorway, links Bologna to Taranto passing near Matera and Metaponto;
- Via A16 Motorway of the Two Seas, links Naples to Canosa passing near Melfi and the Vulture area.
Once you reach the heart of Potenza, you can take a direction to the countryside and discover wineries in Basilicata.

You can travel by train to Potenza from Rome in about 5 hours with one change at Salerno station.
Ferrovie Appulo Lucane is a regional operator that provides connections from Potenza and Matera to Bari. Potenza Centrale railway station and Matera Centrale are the stations you should arrive at to start your journey to discover wineries in Basilicata.

The best months to explore wineries in Basilicata are those between May and September because this period is characterized by milder temperatures. If you plan to stroll around wineries in Basilicata, you will appreciate the months of May, June, and September when the weather is not too hot and the island is less crowded.

Here you will find:

• Wineries with a rich history;
• Traditional family-run wineries;
• Wineries following farming with a biodynamic approach;
• Mesmerizing natural views of mountains and lush hills.

The most commonly used grape varieties for red wines are:

• Primitivo
• Sangiovese
• Montepulciano
• Bombino Nero
• Malvasia Nera
• Cabernet Sauvignon
• Merlot

Aglianico del Vulture wine is the most important red wine made from the Aglianico, with its amazing aromas and flavors.

Some words to remember before you visit Wineries in Basilicata:

English	Spanish
Wine	Vino
Winery	Cantina
Vine	Vigna
Vineyard	Vigneto
Wine route	Strada del Vino
Cheers!	Salute!

Almost all Wineries in Basilicata have their own tasting room. In addition, Wineries, cellar houses, and co-operatives offer guided tours where you can learn firsthand what makes Basilicata wines and Aglianico grapes so special. Use the details from our website as the basis for your next winery tour, so you visit different areas in turn and taste the wines made by different wineries.
Most of the wineries in Basilicata offer a wide range of experiences starting from plain wine tastings to luxurious dining and everything in between. You can taste the fine quality Basilicata wines either in the wine bar or in gourmet restaurants with delicious meals. Have a look at our list of wine tastings and tours in Basilicata.