Immerse Yourself in the Charm of Authentic Balsamic Vinegar
Discover the secrets of producing Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Reggio Emilia DOP at a historic family-run estate set between Parma and Reggio Emilia. This exclusive 4-hour guided tour leads you through lush vineyards, atmospheric ageing rooms lined with wooden barrels, and a dedicated museum tracing the thousand-year story of this Italian gastronomic icon. You will witness the slow transformation of cooked grape must and end the visit with a refined paired tasting of aged balsamic vinegars and carefully selected local wines.
The Experience in Detail
Begin your journey strolling through the indigenous vineyards planted on alluvial soils ideal for Lambrusco Reggiano DOC. Along the way you will discover the grape varieties used to craft balsamic vinegar and learn how the local terroir shapes the final product. Your expert guide shares the family's history and the secrets handed down through generations, while the surrounding rolling hills frame an unforgettable encounter with Emilia's wine-growing tradition.
Highlights
Exclusive access to the traditional acetaia… with wooden barrels of varied sizes and ageing processes lasting at least 12 years
Guided walk through historic vineyards planted… on alluvial soils ideal for Lambrusco Reggiano DOC, with insight into the local terroir
Visit to the museum, recognised as… one of the nineteen Food Museums of Emilia-Romagna, displaying traditional tools and equipment
Paired tasting of three aged Aceto… Balsamico Tradizionale with distinct aromatic profiles, served with three carefully selected local wines
Small-group experience with an expert guide… sharing the family history and secrets handed down through generations
Tour Itinerary
- 1
Starting location:
Tenuta Medici Ermete
- 2
Winery (30 minutes)
Visit, Accompanied visit
- 3
Winery
Wine, Wine tasting, Culinary tasting (1.5 hours)
- 4
Arrive back at:
Tenuta Medici Ermete For reference only. Itineraries are may vary.
Indicative itinerary, subject to changes.
Gallery
What's included
- Visit to a historic family-owned farm
- Tour of a wine and vinegar estate
- Visit to a dedicated museum
- Introduction to the family's history
- Tasting session of three different aged Balsamic Vinegars
- Pairing with three local wines
- Sampling of small regional food delicacies
- Transport to and from the venue
What's not included
- Transport
- Full meals (unless specified)
Good to know
Important
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Booking confirmation within 24h
- Required age and accessibility vary based on the specific tour
Good to know
- Wheelchair users can only access the first part of the visit
- Comfortable shoes are recommended.
- If you have dietary requirements or allergies, please inform us ahead of time so we can do our best to accommodate you.
- Participants under 18 are welcome to join; alcoholic beverages are available exclusively for adults aged 18 and above.
- Guide
- Value for money
Useful tips
- Drink water between tastings
- If driving, consider a designated driver or use a spittoon
- Note your favourite wines to buy at the cellar or online
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Comfortable clothes