Top Trieste Wine Tastings

Prosecco Origins will take you back in time to the XIV century to discover the history of world’s favourite sparkling wine, exploring the pieces of land where it all began. Hidden in a little corner of north-eastern Italy and beautifully located in a unique setting overlooking the gulf of Trieste you’ll find the old villages of Contovello and Prosecco (of course), where you’ll get the chance to learn about the very first steps of Prosecco wine walking through the narrow streets of the ancient village and up and down the green terraced vineyards enjoying unbeatable views of the Adriatic Sea while tasting traditionally produced sparkling wines and regional delicacies from the nearby farmhouses. From wine-lovers to curious travellers, Prosecco Origins is the perfect experience for a getaway immersed in a unique environment, tasting locally produced wines and homemade delights while exploring the roots of a worldwide favourite. Come see where bubbles were born.

Meanwhile you are tasting local food and wine with a spectacular view from my terraced vineyard, discover a little bit of history of our borderlands: a story about wine, where agriculture intertwines with different languages ​​and knowladges.

Travel to the village of Prosecco, home of the world-renowned sparkling white wine. Explore the breath-taking Ferrari Garden in Medieval Štanjel and get lost in the bounty of the Karst plateau.

This is an ideal choice for wine lovers visiting Italy. Spend a day discovering the highlights of the picturesque Collio wine region. Avoid the hassle of booking taxis between sites, and enjoy the convenience of having door-to-door transfers included. See incredible scenery, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cividale del Friuli, and get the chance to try delicious wine along the way too.

Discover what exactly are these osmizas? Osmizas are places where local wines (Terrano, Vitovska, and Malvasia) and traditional foods (eggs, sausages, salamis, and cheeses) can be bought and enjoyed just where they are produced. In 1784 peasants were allowed to sell foods and wines they raised and produced right in their cellars. In the region of Trieste, there are about 50 osmizas. On this tour, we will take you to the best, carefully chosen osmizas, the traditional farmhouse where you'll be able to taste authentic homemade products and local wines in a friendly, rustic atmosphere.

Experience Slovenia Trough the Taste and Tradition of Wine and Food along With a Scenic Ride Troughout Slovenian Coastline with an option of a small shared group for up to 8 travelers or a private experience for one party only (up to 8) Join us on this small group shore journey (up to 8 persons max) to the small local winery with some great wine tasting along with some great home made prosciutto, olive oil, cheese and bread. Learn about Slovenia trough the visit of medieval town of Piran where you will have some free time on your own and conclude the tasting of Slovenia with 3 course traditional lunch. Highlights: - Options for small shared group or a private experience - Small Group Experience (up to 8 persons max) - Tour With Hopeless Foodies and Wine Lovers. Just Like You. - Enjoy Piran at Your Own Pace - Comfortable, Clean and Air- Conditioned up to date cars/vans

This small area named Colli Orientali del Friuli, dating back to the Eocene era, with its microclimate and its exposure, is characterised by a sudden and clear diversity from the rest of the territory of Friuli-Venezia Giulia. That is the reason why this D.O.C. (guaranteed quality) area has been used for producing great wines that are known all over the world. The Colutta Farm –“Bandut” is named after an ancient piece of land bought by Antonio Colutta in the early 1900´s, which now belongs to Giorgio Colutta. It produces quality wines in its vineyards of Buttrio, Manzano and Rosazzo, which belong to the prestigious “Parco della vite e del vino” (Vine and wine park) in the Colli Orientali del Friuli. The vineyard belonging to the farm extends on a 18-hectare surface. A work of reorganisation and renovation of the vineyards has started, and the vine number has increased to 5,000/6,000 stumps per hectare, depending on the different grounds and varieties.

Embark on a journey of the senses - visiting the winery and tasting some delicious appetisers that will give you a taste of what our land can produce with good care and the necessary love for nature. Slovenia is well known for hosting various wine regions. Wine production varies according to the region you visit, as do the taste and characteristics of the wines. During this tour, you will visit two wineries within the same wine region. In the end, you will be able to compare how varied the wine is and what kind of production takes place in each of the two wine regions with a dedicated wine tasting. Most of the wineries are family-run, which gives you the opportunity to explore the production and talk to your hosts about it. The tour offers you an insight into the region while you learn about the beautiful natural landscape and local stories. Explore the region with the knowledge of the locals, whose aim is to convey the local way of life and their passion.

From the center of Trieste you will reach the karst plateau. From here, the actual path develops to discover the Trieste Karst, a natural area that surrounds the city of Trieste and extends to Slovenia, unique in its kind in terms of morphology and vegetation. We will take you to the Rocca di Monrupino, a fortified church on a hill, created to protect men and beasts from enemy raids, especially in the 15th century to defend against Ottoman raids. The view from the fortress is superb: on one side you can see the Adriatic Sea and on the other the Slovenian Karst. The excursion continues with a walk in a characteristic karst village and a stop at a farm - where in a familiar and rustic atmosphere you can refresh yourself with authentic Karst products, including the famous Terrano wine. The tour takes place with a minimum of 4 people on Saturdays. Reconfirmation 40 hours before the tour. The other days is on a private basis and is confirmed with a minimum of 2 people

This is an ideal choice for wine lovers visiting Italy. Spend a day discovering the highlights of the picturesque Collio wine region. Avoid the hassle of booking a taxi between sites and enjoy the convenience of having door-to-door transfers included. Admire incredible landscapes, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Cividale del Friuli and take advantage of the opportunity to also try good wine along the way. Save time and discover the highlights of the Collio wine region in one day Hassle-free tour with a premium wine tasting included No need to book round-trip transportation transfers included Access extraordinary local views that you may miss if you travel alone

Enjoy a private and authentic truffle hunting and tasting experience with your host Alex in Croatia. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food and includes private transfers from your hotel anywhere along the Western Coast of Istria. Your tour and tasting will take place at a truffle fair that is held at the foothills of Motovun, a beautiful village atop a hill in Istria. After truffle hunting, enjoy a truffle-inspired lunch and explore the region’s many exceptional food products, from wine to olive oil. A former foreign correspondent with a background in art history and history, Alex is passionate about food, wine and the truffles of the Istrian region, the home of his ancestors. A licensed guide of greater Istria, Alex is also a trained wine sommelier and an expert in olive oil and truffle tasting. Truffles are an important part of the culture and cuisine of Istria and Alex loves how they connect him to nature and to his ancestors.