Rome: Trastevere Wine Tasting & Food Pairing with Gelato

Wine, cheese, stories and laughter in Rome’s Trastevere

You’ll taste five Italian wines in Trastevere alongside cheeses, truffles, aged balsamic vinegar and fried cod: all explained by a local guide who makes wine stories feel personal. Finish with real artisanal gelato and leave feeling like you’ve lingered in someone’s Roman kitchen for an evening.

Step-by-step itinerary

Wine tasting and food pairing in Rome

• Arrive at Trastevere restaurant
• Learn about Italian wines
• Taste five wines with food pairings
• Sample pecorino Romano and Barolo cheese
• Taste 30 years aged balsamic vinegar and truffles
• Enjoy artisanal gelato dessert
• Listen to expert guide's wine stories

The experience

The first thing I noticed was the clink of glasses echoing off old stone walls: Trastevere always feels like it’s humming, but inside this little restaurant it was softer, almost conspiratorial. Our guide, Paolo, had that Roman way of talking with his hands. He waved us over to a table already set with slices of pecorino Romano and something he called Filettuccio barolo (I probably pronounced it wrong, he grinned anyway). The air smelled faintly of fried cod and balsamic vinegar (thirty years old, apparently), which I never thought could actually make my mouth water until that moment.

I’ll admit, I thought wine tasting might be a bit stiff. But Paolo started pouring Frascati superiore and told us about his uncle who still picks grapes outside Rome: suddenly it felt more like being at someone’s kitchen table than a formal tasting. We tried Barolo next (it tasted almost smoky?), then Cesanese from Lazio. Each glass came with some food: truffles on bread, a drizzle of syrupy balsamic over cheese. At one point I got the giggles trying to guess the flavors: Paolo said “just trust your nose,” which is harder than you’d think when everything smells so good.

By the time dessert rolled around (a scoop of pistachio gelato that melted too fast). I realized I hadn’t checked my phone once. The whole thing lasted maybe two hours but felt longer in that good way where you lose track of time. There were locals at the next table arguing about football (loudly), which somehow made everything feel even more Roman. I still think about that last sip of prosecco Belta paired with something salty (can’t remember what exactly), and how nice it was not to rush.

What’s included

Your evening includes five Italian wines from regions across Italy (Barolo, Frascati superiore, Cesanese, Cacchione and prosecco Belta) with thoughtfully paired bites like pecorino Romano cheese, Filettuccio barolo cured meat, 30-year aged balsamic vinegar drizzled over truffles or bread and crispy fried cod fish. You’ll finish with creamy artisanal gelato before heading back out into Rome’s lively streets.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 14:45 and 16:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (6 to 17 years) · Infant (under 6)

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish

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.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessiblePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by COOKING ITALY

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 17 years); Infant (under 6).

How long does the Rome wine tasting tour last?

The wine tasting experience in Trastevere lasts around 2 hours.

What wines are included in the tasting?

You’ll try Barolo, Frascati superiore, Cesanese, Cacchione and prosecco Belta during the tasting.

Is food included with the wine pairing?

Yes, each wine comes with food pairings such as pecorino Romano cheese, Filettuccio barolo, aged balsamic vinegar, truffles and fried cod fish.

Does this tour include gelato?

Yes, artisanal gelato is served as part of the experience.

Is this experience wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

Where does the wine tasting take place?

The tasting happens at a locally loved restaurant in central Rome’s Trastevere neighborhood.

Is pickup or public transportation available?

No hotel pickup is included but public transportation options are nearby.

Are pregnant travelers recommended for this tour?

This experience is not recommended for pregnant travelers due to alcohol consumption.