August 25, 2018

Puglia’s Grape Harvest: Let’s Wine and Dine!

Written By Elena Riccardo

A dream come true for the wine-lovers among us, or for those who simply wish to appreciate the bounty of high-quality food and wine that Puglia has to offer. Aside from being one of the best times of year to visit, this tour centers on what leaves celebrity chefs overjoyed: Puglia’s uniquely traditional cuisine and rich agricultural heritage. Participate in the grape harvest for a hands-on experience in wine-making, become a savvy wine-taster with guided food and wine pairings, and savor an enchanting dinner and visit of a centuries-old masseria– a typical farmhouse where everything is homemade and grown on the premises. Enjoy a private cooking class that takes you behind the scenes and into the kitchen, where you’ll learn to make homemade pasta and other regional specialties. Additional visits include the fairytale town of Alberobello, where you’ll get to spend a night in your very own trullo; the 9,000-year-old city of Matera; Ostuni; Gallipoli and an excursion by boat into the grottoes around the Cape of Salento.