Wine and Olive Oil Tasting at Fattoria Maionchi, Lucca

This wine and olive oil tasting in Lucca takes place in the hills of Lucca, at the Fattoria Maionchi farm. It begins outdoors, with a guided walk through old vineyards and olive groves, where the guide explains how the vines and trees are grown, by traditional methods and newer ones.

Then you go down into the farm's historic cellars, dating from the 1600s, to hear how the estate grew and how its award-winning wines are made.

• Local wines, poured and explained by the guide
• Certified extra virgin olive oil to try on its own
• Specialties from the Lucca food tradition on the side

At each glass the guide talks through where the product comes from and what to look for in its flavour and aroma. Between tastings there is time to stroll among the rows of vines and take photos in the vineyard and the cellars.

The visit lasts about an hour, in a quiet, intimate setting that suits couples, families and anyone who likes food and wine. The farm welcomes pets and has a parking area for campers.