OLTREPO' PAVESE WINE TASTING TOUR
Combining the charm of 2 historical wineries with the glamour of a modern wine resort, this tour outlines both tradition and innovation and proves how Oltrepo’ area has so much to say in terms of quality of products and hospitality. Leaving from Milan or Pavia, a private, luxury car will drive you to the slopes of Calvignano through a landscapes of castles, churches and ancient villas, in order to visit one of the most prestigious wineries of the area.
A second tasting and a typical lunch will be held on the stunning terrace of a wine resort that, built about 10 years ago, is a perfect example of how architecture can gently blend with nature. A salt water pool, a vegetable garden and a barbecue complete the experience.
In the afternoon, you’ll be driven to a third winery. Immersed in a vast property, it belongs to a family that contributed to make Oltrepo' Pavese's wine history since 1629. According to your preference, the wine tasting can be paired with a tour of the estate.
9:00: Departure from Milan
9:30: Departure from Pavia
10:30: Arrival at the first winery. Guided visit and wine tasting
12:30/13: Arrival at the wine resort Wine tasting and light lunch
15:30: Arrival at the third winery. Guided tour and wine tasting
18:00 - 18:30: Back to the hotel in Pavia / Milan
Duration: Full Day Tour (9 hours)
CERTOSA DI PAVIA AND OLTREPO' WINE TOUR
Combining the historical visit to one of the most important masterpieces of the Lombard Renaissance with 2 enological and gastronomic experiences, this tour outlines the variety of attractions in the Oltrepo’ area.
Starting from Milan or Pavia, the tour begins with a visit to Certosa di Pavia, one of the largest and most impressive monasteries in Italy. A specialized, historical guide will introduce you to this stunning Unesco World Heritage site, which contains, among the others, frescoes by Bernardino Luini and Umbrian master Il Perugino.
The second stop, along with a typical lunch, will be held on the stunning terrace of a wine resort that, built about 10 years ago, is a perfect example of how architecture can gently blend with nature. A salt water pool, a vegetable garden and a barbecue complete the experience.
In the afternoon, you’ll be driven to a third winery. Immersed in a vast property, it belongs to a family that contributed to make Oltrepo' Pavese's wine history since 1629. According to your preference, the wine stating can be paired with a tour of the estate
9:30: Departure from Milan
10:00: Departure from Pavia
10:30: Historical guided tour to Certosa di Pavia
12:30: Arrival at the wine resort. Wine tasting and light lunch
15:30: Arrival at the third winery Guided tour and wine tasting
18:00 - 18:30: Back to the hotel in Pavia / Milan
Duration: Full Day Tour (8 hours)
OLTREPO' PAVESE CASTLES AND WINE TOUR
Strolling through Oltrepo’ hills means passing by historical villas, small villages and fortified castles that once belonged to noble families such as Malaspinas, Dal Vermes, Beccarias and Sforzas, revealing a rich and lively history. Including the visits to 2 of the most ancient and well preserved castles in Oltrepo’ area, this tour is together a step back in time and an introduction to its typical wines, and makes the trip totally worth it.
Starting from Milan or Pavia, a luxury, private car will drive you to the enchanting Castello di Cicognola, built in the 12th century in a strategic position over the Scuropasso valley. Including 33 hectares of vines, the winery benefits from the 45th parallel area, the same of Piedmont and Bordeaux. Along with a tasting of their main wines, the stop involves an explanation of the interesting castle history.
Lunch will be held in a typical restaurant, that boasts some of the most distinctive wine labels, along with homemade bread and pasta dishes.
In the afternoon, the tour will continue at Castello di Stefanago, an estate surrounded by 331 acres of land, of which 44 are vineyards. The rest is forest, orchard, and farm land. The owners know this traditional integrated eco-system is tailor made for organic farming and quality wine production.
8:45: Departure from Milan
9:30: Departure from Pavia
11:00 ca.: Arrival at Castello di Cicognola - Guided tour and wine tasting
13:00: Lunch at La Verde Sosta
15:00/15:30: Arrival at Castello di Stefanago - Guided tour and wine tasting
18:30 - 19:15: Back to the hotel in Pavia / Milan
Duration: Full Day Tour (8-9 hours)
OLTREPO' PAVESE HISTORICAL WINE TOUR
Strolling through Oltrepo’ hills means passing by historical villas, small villages and fortified castles that once belonged to noble families such as Malaspinas and Beccarias, and reveal a rich and lively past. During this tour, while tasting the most distinctive wines, you’ll be given information about history and traditions that characterized the area during the centuries.
Starting from Milan or Pavia, you’ll be driven to the small village of Montu’ Beccaria, where Vercesi family owns a charming, historical building that in the past had been a castle, a convent and a church. While tasting its own-produced wines, you’ll be informed about the complex and fascinating history of the place.
Lunch will be held in a typical restaurant, whose owner specializes in cured meat aging and offers a menu with dishes of the Oltrepo’ tradition.
In the afternoon, the tour will continue at Castello di Stefanago, an estate surrounded by 331 acres of land, of which 44 are vineyards. The rest is forest, orchard, and farm land. The owners know this traditional integrated eco-system is tailor made for organic farming and quality wine production.
9:30: Departure from Pavia
9:00: Departure from Milan
10:30: Arrival at Azienda Agricola Vercesi del Castellazzo. Guided visit and wine tasting.
12:30: Lunch at Fugazza
14:30 ca.: Arrival at Castello di Cicognola - Guided tour and wine tasting
17:30 - 18:30: Back to the hotel in Pavia / Milan
Duration: Full Day Tour (8-9 hours)
Every itinerary can be tailored according to your interest. Contact us to create your exclusive tour.