Private Wine & Evo Oil Tasting with Saffron Meal

4.6
(5 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

This is more than just a meal—it’s a journey into the heart of Tuscany, celebrating one of San Gimignano’s most treasured ingredients: saffron.

Set on a family-run farm, this experience offers a private tour of our vineyards and olive groves, where you’ll learn about biodynamic farming and sustainable production. A family member will personally guide you, ensuring an intimate and authentic experience.

You’ll enjoy a full wine and olive oil tasting paired with a carefully curated four-course saffron-based meal, each dish complementing our organic wines.

What makes this experience special?
- A unique saffron-based menu celebrating a local specialty
- A private wine and olive oil tasting, guided by a family member
- A stunning countryside setting just minutes from San Gimignano
- A deep dive into sustainable winemaking and olive oil production
- An authentic Tuscan experience blending tradition, nature, and exceptional flavors.

Example Menu

Starter

Appetizers with saffron

Main

Saffron-based pasta

Main

Roast-beef with Saffron or Fried eggs with Saffron

( depends on availability)

Dessert

Dessert of the day

What's Included

Mixed Saffron Bruschetta, Pasta with Saffron, selection of cold-cut and cheeses, Dessert of the day
Bottled water
Mixed Saffron Bruschetta, Pasta with Saffron, selection of cold-cut and cheeses, dessert of the day
The tasting of our organic wines and Evo oils

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The farm is 800 meters from Porta San Matteo ( city center ). Follow the directions to Certaldo from Porta San Matteo. After 800 meters on the right, you'll see a small traditional Tuscan farmhouse on top of a hill and a big vineyard at the bottom. Turn right on the little white road, we're there.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Your experience begins with an insightful introduction to our biodynamic farming methods, where you’ll learn about the sustainable practices behind our wines, olive oils & balsamic vinegar as well as the history of our family-run estate.

You’ll then be welcomed into our charming country house to enjoy a light and flavorful lunch centered around saffron, one of Tuscany’s most treasured spices. This four-course meal showcases the delicate flavors of saffron in different dishes, each thoughtfully paired with one of our organic wines, telling the story of our family’s winemaking tradition.

In addition to wine, you’ll also have the chance to sample our premium extra virgin olive oils, each offering a taste of our land’s rich agricultural heritage.

Surrounded by the serene beauty of the Tuscan countryside, this experience is a perfect mix of culture, tradition, and gastronomy.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Podere la Marronaia

Tags

Dining Experiences
Wine Tastings
Restaurants
Lunch
Dinner
Food & Drink
Spring Break
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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4.6 Based on 5 5 reviews
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