Balsamic Vinegar Tasting in Castelvetro di Modena: Farm to Table

Taste balsamic vinegar straight from the barrel, paired with farm-made food

Acetaia la Vedetta is a working balsamic vinegar farm in the hills of Castelvetro di Modena where you walk the vineyards, learn how Traditional Balsamic Vinegar DOP is made, and taste it with Parmigiano Reggiano aged 24 months, bruschetta with caramelized onions, fresh ricotta, and a glass of Lambrusco Rosè Brut. The experience lasts about two hours and runs in English or Italian with a live guide.

The experience

The farmhouse sits 6 kilometers from Maranello in the countryside of Modena's hills, surrounded by the vineyards that supply the raw material for everything you'll taste. You start by walking through those vineyards to understand what goes into the quality of the grapes, then move inside to see the production process for Traditional Balsamic Vinegar DOP, Modena IGP, and the balsamic condiments the farm makes. The host, Claudio, grew up learning balsamic from his father and fresh pasta traditions from his mother: two separate Modena crafts that the farm now combines in what it serves.

The tasting itself is the core of the visit. You taste the balsamic vinegar both on its own and paired with food: Parmigiano Reggiano that has aged 24 months, bread bruschetta with farm-produced oil and salt, mixed bruschette topped with caramelized onions and IGP balsamic vinegar, and fresh ricotta for dessert. A glass of Lambrusco Rosè Brut comes with the experience. The farm operates as a multifunctional space (part production facility, part hospitality venue, part restaurant), so the setting itself shows how the work and the eating are woven together here.

What’s included

• Visit to the vineyards and production facility.
• guided explanation of how Traditional Balsamic Vinegar DOP is made.
• tasting of balsamic vinegar paired with Parmigiano Reggiano aged 24 months, bruschetta with farm oil and salt, mixed bruschette with caramelized onions and IGP balsamic vinegar, and fresh ricotta dessert.
• glass of Lambrusco Rosè Brut.
• gastronomic tour with happy hour included.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 18:00

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (8 to 88 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effort

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Is this one for you?The guide speaks English or Italian, so book the language that matches yours. The experience suits all fitness levels and the farm sits in open countryside, making it accessible whether you're interested in the production process, the food pairing, or both.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

What exactly is Traditional Balsamic Vinegar DOP and how is it different from regular balsamic?

Traditional Balsamic Vinegar DOP is made in Modena following strict rules about aging, ingredients and production methods that earn it the Protected Designation of Origin label. The farm walks you through those phases during the visit so you understand what makes it different from mass-produced versions, and you taste the result directly.

Is the tasting a sit-down meal or more of a standing tasting with small bites?

The experience includes a gastronomic tour with happy hour included, so you're tasting the balsamic paired with real food (aged cheese, bruschetta, ricotta) rather than just sampling from a glass. The setting is the farmhouse itself, which operates as a restaurant space.

How far is Acetaia la Vedetta from Modena city center?

The farm is 18 kilometers from Modena and 6 kilometers from Maranello, located in the hills of Castelvetro di Modena. It's in the countryside rather than the city, so you'll need transport to reach it.

Can the farm accommodate food allergies or dietary restrictions?

Yes. Guests should communicate any food allergies, special diets or restrictions when booking so the farm can prepare accordingly for the tasting menu.