About this tour
Spend two hours in Rome learning to distinguish quality wines and olive oils from the Lazio region. A knowledgeable host guides you through tastings of three regional wines paired with cured meats, cheeses, bread, focaccia and vegetables dressed in extra virgin olive oil. You'll understand what separates ordinary oil from the genuinely excellent stuff—knowledge worth deploying at your next dinner party.
Highlights
- Three Lazio wines tasted with expert guidance and food pairings
- Learn sensory assessment techniques for extra virgin olive oil
- Sample cured meats, aged cheeses, fresh bread and focaccia
- Discover producer stories and olive oil varieties from local sources
- Understand nutritional qualities and proper storage of quality EVOO
What to expect
You'll begin by learning to evaluate olive oil through smell and taste, identifying what distinguishes premium extra virgin from standard grades. Your host will walk you through three wines, explaining how each complements different foods on your board. Expect to ask questions—discussions about regional producers and oil varieties make up much of the experience. The tastings are generous but measured; this isn't a heavy meal. Most of the two hours involves talking, tasting small portions, and taking notes if you wish.
Good to know
The venue operates regardless of weather, so dress accordingly. Public transport reaches the location easily. If you have specific dietary requirements or health concerns affecting your participation, confirm these beforehand—the hosts cannot guarantee special accommodations. Prams welcome for infants; service animals allowed.
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.