Bolgheri vineyard tour and mono-varietal wine tasting
Learn how four single varietals are born, from vine to glass
A 90-minute wine tasting and winery tour at Terre del Marchesato in Bolgheri, where you walk the vineyards, tour the cellar, and taste four mono-varietal wines—Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot—paired with bread and Tuscan extra virgin olive oil. A professional guide leads the experience in English or Italian, and the winery is 10 minutes from Bolgheri village center.
1h 15m
Step-by-step itinerary
Wine tasting and winery tour
- Visit vineyards and learn history
- Tour the wine cellar
- Observe winemaking processes
- Taste premium mono-varietal wines
The Experience
The tour starts in the vineyards, where your guide walks you through the history of Terre del Marchesato and the philosophy behind Bolgheri's winemaking. You'll see how the family approaches natural wine production and understand the daily effort that goes into growing grapes for their mono-varietal selections. This is not a quick overview—the intent is to make you part of the search and the work that shapes each wine.
From the vines, you move into the cellar for an introduction to the winemaking methods. Your guide explains the aging and working steps while you're there, and depending on the day you visit, you may watch live phases of harvest, grape selection, or bottling happening in real time. The cellar itself carries the aroma and flavor of the wines being made—a sensory moment that deepens what you've already learned in the vineyard.
The tasting comes last, after you've walked the land and seen the process. You taste four wines in purity: Tarabuso (Cabernet Sauvignon), Franchesato (Cabernet Franc), Aldone (Merlot), and Maurizio Fuselli (Petit Verdot). Each is paired with bread and Tuscan extra virgin olive oil. Water is available on request for anyone who wants it between tastings.
What’s included
- Professional guide in English or Italian.
- vineyard walk and cellar tour.
- tasting of four mono-varietal wines (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot).
- bread and Tuscan extra virgin olive oil paired with the wines.
- water on request.
Operated by Terre del Marchesato
Is this one for you?Book the English-language option if you want the guide's full explanation of the vineyard and cellar without translation delays; choose Italian if you prefer to experience the winery in the language of the region and the family who runs it. Either way, the 90-minute format keeps the experience focused on the wines and the land without stretching into a full afternoon.
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Top questions
What exactly is a mono-varietal wine, and why does Terre del Marchesato focus on them?
A mono-varietal wine is made from a single grape variety in purity, rather than a blend. Terre del Marchesato's four selections—Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot—each showcase what one varietal alone can express, which is the core of their winemaking philosophy.
Will I actually see winemaking happening, or is it just a tour of an empty cellar?
What you see depends on the day you visit. Your guide will show you the cellar and explain the aging and working steps, and you may watch live phases of harvest, grape selection, or bottling if they're taking place when you're there.
How far is Terre del Marchesato from Bolgheri village, and how do I get there?
The winery is 3 miles (5 km) from Bolgheri village center and a 10-minute drive away. Transportation to and from the winery is not included, so you'll need to arrange your own way there or book a separate transfer.
Is there a minimum age to participate in the wine tasting?
Yes, the minimum drinking age for wine tasting is 18 years. Water is offered to all travelers on request, so younger visitors or non-drinkers can still join the tour.
Can I do this tour if I'm not comfortable with steep terrain or long walks?
The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. The winery is wheelchair accessible, and infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, so mobility should not be a barrier to joining.
What language is the tour conducted in?
You can choose between English or Italian when you book. A professional guide leads the experience in whichever language you select.
Bolgheri vineyard tour and mono-varietal wine tasting
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