About this tour
Explore the organic vineyards and oil mill of Tenuta di San Martino in Vignale, where Maria Teresa of Savoy once held court. This 90-minute private tour traces Lucca's ducal heritage through working cellars and pressing rooms that blend heritage techniques with modern organic farming. You'll taste four wines and single-estate olive oil, paired with local cured meats and cheese, in an intimate setting designed for genuine conversation.
Highlights
- Historic cellar and functioning oil mill at the estate
- Four wines paired with regional salumi and cheese
- Single-estate organic olive oil tasting
- Stories of Maria Teresa of Savoy's country residence
- Private tour format, no crowds
- Nature-friendly production methods
What to expect
You'll walk through the actual working cellar and oil mill—still in use today, though updated with modern equipment—where staff explain their organic approach to both viticulture and pressing. The tour moves at a relaxed pace, centred around conversation and genuine curiosity about the land and its products. After the facility visit, you'll settle in for the tasting: four wines from the estate, a local olive oil, bread, cured meats, and cheese. There's no script or rush; this is about sitting, tasting, and talking through what you're experiencing.
Good to know
Declare allergies or dietary requirements when booking. Vegetarian tastings available with 24 hours' notice. The estate is wheelchair accessible. Tours don't run on public holidays. Prams welcome for infants. Service animals permitted.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.