About this tour
Spend four hours exploring two family-run producers in Modena's countryside: a traditional balsamic acetaia housed in a rural farmhouse, and a hillside cellar where winemakers craft wines using ancestral techniques. You'll walk through vineyards, hear stories from the makers, and taste their output. The paired visits reveal how each producer honours centuries-old methods whilst maintaining exacting standards. Suitable for couples, groups and families alike.
Highlights
- Tour a working acetaia in a countryside farmhouse
- Taste traditional balsamic vinegar straight from the barrel
- Visit hillside vineyard with sweeping Modena views
- Watch hand-crafted winemaking methods in action
- Hear producer stories and production secrets
- Sample wines made from ancestral recipes
What to expect
The day splits between two intimate producers. First, you'll enter the acetaia—a restored farmhouse where balsamic vinegar matures in wooden barrels. The makers will walk you through their process: how they source grapes, age the vinegar, and taste for readiness. Expect hands-on moments and plenty of questions answered. Next, head to the hillside cellar overlooking the plains. Here you'll stroll the vineyard rows before descending into cool barrel rooms where wines sleep for years. You'll taste both balsamic and wine; note that under-18s can't sample alcohol unless they're 16 with parental consent.
Good to know
Wear comfortable shoes and relaxed clothes—there's walking involved. The sites are wheelchair accessible, and buggies can accompany families with small children. Infants must sit with an adult. Transport between locations isn't included, so arrange your own.
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