Balestrate Olive Grove Tour: Wine and Olive Oil Tasting

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(107 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

Connect directly with the source of these exquisite products as you immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Sicilian countryside.

The tasting session offers a delightful variety of local specialties – from fine wines and extra virgin olive oil to balsamic vinegars – all perfectly paired with traditional Sicilian dishes, providing a comprehensive taste of the region's rich culinary heritage.

Set in the warm and welcoming ambiance of a traditional Sicilian house, you'll have the unique opportunity to interact with Francesco's grandparents. Their stories infuse the experience with a rich cultural and historical dimension, transforming it into much more than just a culinary tour.

Example Menu

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Olive Oil and Wine Tasting

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Sicilian Caponata

"Caponata" is a side dish made with vegetables, typically eggplants, tomatoes, celery, onions, and olives, stewed together in a sweet and sour sauce.

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Balsamic vinegar Tasting

Balsamic vinegar and balsamic glaze

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White and red wines

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Limoncello Tasting

What's Included

Lunch
Olive Oil Tasting
Dinner
Wines and Limoncello Tasting
Balsamic vinegar Tasting
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tasting

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We're 40 minutes from Palermo. The meeting point is near the exit/entrance of the highway in Balestrate. We can Pick you up ( Is an extra service)or take the bus from Palermo to Alcamo; from Alcamo, it's just a 15-minute car ride to our place.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Experience the beauty of the Sicilian countryside through a timeless sensory journey. Francesco, winemaker and olive oil producer will guide you through the artisanal production of extra virgin olive during an immersive walk in the olive grove in Balestrate.
After the tour, we'll enjoy a tasting session featuring our wines, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegars, and limoncello accompanied by a selection of traditional Sicilian dishes.
The tasting will take place in a typical Sicilian house with Francesco's grandparents in attendance, sharing stories of this enchanting part of Sicily.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Essensily Olive grove Tour with olive oil and wine tasting

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Cancellation Policy

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

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