Wine tasting in Catignano, Abruzzo: Organic Montepulciano

Taste three wines surrounded by the vineyards that made them

A wine tasting in Catignano, Abruzzo, where you walk through organic vineyards, taste three Montepulciano wines from Terra dei Vestini, and sit in the tasting room with bread, oil, cheeses and cured meats. The winery sits on concrete tanks built on site, one of few in the region to do so. A live guide speaks English, Italian or German.

The experience

The concrete tanks built underground at this winery are what set it apart in Abruzzo. You'll start with a short walk through the vineyards (weather permitting) and hear the story of how the operation grew, then move into the tasting room, called Sala delle Vigne, where three wines from Terra dei Vestini, one of the most prestigious sub-areas of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC, are poured alongside bread and organic oil made on the property. A platter of local cured meats and cheeses rounds out the tasting.

The location itself is the draw. Catignano sits about 30 minutes from Pescara, surrounded by vineyards with views across to Gran Sasso, Majella and the sea. You linger in the tasting room with relaxing music, no rush to leave, and the atmosphere changes with the season: the vines look different in winter than they do in summer, and the light shifts with it.

What’s included

• The tasting includes three organic wines from Terra dei Vestini.
• bread and organic oil from the winery.
• a platter of local cured meats and cheeses.
• a short walk through the vineyards.
• and time to sit in the tasting room with the guide's explanation of the winery's history.

Before you book

Days and timesWednesday to SaturdayDepartures at 11:00, 11:30 and 16:00

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish, German 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.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportPets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by Tenuta Tre Gemme

Is this one for you?At 90 minutes, the tasting fits easily into a morning or afternoon in the region without consuming your whole day. The location 30 minutes from Pescara makes it a natural stop if you're already in the area, though it works just as well as a dedicated trip from elsewhere in Abruzzo.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, German and Italian.

How long does the wine tasting last?

The experience runs about 90 minutes from start to finish, including the vineyard walk, the tasting of three wines, and time to sit in the tasting room.

What wines will I taste?

You'll taste three wines from Terra dei Vestini, a sub-area of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC known for prestigious reds. All are organic wines produced at the winery.

What's included with the tasting?

The tasting includes three wines, bread and organic oil made on site, and a platter of local cured meats and cheeses. Relaxing music plays in the tasting room while you enjoy them.

Is there a vineyard walk?

Yes, a short walk through the vineyards is part of the experience, weather permitting. The guide explains the history of the winery during this part of the visit.