Puglia: Vineyard Walk & Wine Tasting with Farm Lunch

Summary

Vineyard strolls, Apulian flavors and wine stories in Itria Valley

You’ll wander a sunlit vineyard in Puglia’s Itria Valley, taste four distinct local wines paired with homemade Apulian dishes, and share laughter with your hosts inside their farmhouse tavern. Expect warm welcomes, real stories behind every glass, and a sense of calm that lingers long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest, I didn’t expect to feel so at home in Puglia. The morning started with that soft hum you get in the countryside — cicadas somewhere, a breeze carrying the smell of wild herbs. We met our host just outside Trulli il Castagno; she waved us over like we were old friends. There’s something about walking through their Moscato di Trani vineyard that makes you slow down. Maybe it was the way she ran her hands along the vines as she talked about Apulian wine history — or maybe I was just distracted by the sun catching on those pale green grapes.

We learned more than I thought we would. Our guide (her name was Angela) explained why Nero di Troia and Verdeca are such big deals here, but not in a lecture-y way — more like she was letting us in on family secrets. She even let me try saying “Pietra Viva” and laughed when my accent made it sound completely wrong. The air smelled faintly sweet and earthy, especially near the old stone tavern where we sat for tasting. Four wines lined up, each with its own story. I still think about that first sip of “Terra Viva” — kind of bold but somehow gentle? Hard to explain unless you’ve tried it.

Lunch was simple but perfect: wood-oven bread with olive oil, mint frittata, some local cold cuts and focaccia that tasted like summer afternoons. We ate slowly, swapping stories with Angela and her husband (he kept refilling our glasses). There’s no rush here; nobody’s watching the clock. At one point, I caught myself just listening to the quiet outside and thinking how rare that is back home. So yeah — if you’re looking for a private wine tour in Puglia that feels personal instead of polished, this is it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Vineyard visit and wine tasting

• Walk in Moscato di Trani vineyard
• Learn history of Itria Valley wine
• Taste four wines with stories
• Enjoy Apulian appetizers with wines

Top questions

Is this wine tasting tour in Puglia wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.

What wines are included in the tasting at Trulli il Castagno?

You’ll taste four wines: Terra Viva (Nero di Troia red), Pietra Viva (Verdeca white), 1° Luglio (rosé from Nero di Troia), and Pietro 60 (Moscato di Trani white).

Are children or infants allowed on this vineyard tour?

Yes, infants and small children can join; prams or strollers are welcome and specialized infant seats are available.

Does this private wine tour include food?

Yes, each wine is paired with homemade Apulian food such as wood-oven bread with EVO oil, cold cuts from Itria Valley, mint frittata, and focaccia.

How long does the wine tasting experience last?

The exact duration isn’t specified but includes a vineyard walk followed by a relaxed tasting session with lunch.

Is there hotel pickup included for this Puglia wine tour?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; guests meet directly at Trulli il Castagno farmhouse.

Are service animals allowed during the tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this experience.

Is this day trip suitable for pregnant travelers?

No, it’s not recommended for pregnant travelers due to alcohol consumption.

What’s included

Your day includes a guided walk through Moscato di Trani vineyards near Trulli il Castagno in Puglia’s Itria Valley, an introduction to Apulian viticulture history by your local hosts Angela and her family, tastings of four estate wines each paired with different homemade regional foods like wood-fired bread and focaccia, plus plenty of relaxed conversation in their farmhouse tavern or overlooking the valley.