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Wine Tasting and Visit to the Cantina d’Autore (Renowned Cellar)
Wine tasting with gastronomic pairings and visit to Cantina d'Autore delle Ripalte - from 60 Euro
Let yourself be carried away on a journey through the flavors and aromas of the typical vine of the island of Elba, so loved by Napoleon: Aleatico and its declinations.
We will walk between the rows of vines stretching towards the Tuscan Archipelago and we will tell you the story of winemaking in Elba, fascinating you with the legends of our estate that hover around the beautiful nineteenth-century villa.
We will visit the Cantina d’Autore, designed by Archistar Tobia Scarpa, with a breathtaking view of the Tyrrhenian Sea, and relax with a guided wine tasting with sea view. The wines produced in our farm are: the Brut Spumante Rosato from Aleatico grapes; the Rosato delle Ripalte, the White Vermentino, the Red Alicante and the famous Aleatico Passito dell'Elba DOCG .
Match the wines with typical Tuscan products, selected in the area from zero km producers,and immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of a private natural oasis with our wine tour!
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Highlights:
Walk among the rows of vines stretching over a 450-hectare promontory of private property
Visit to one of the 14 Cantine d’Autore of the Circuit Toscana Wine Architecture
Wine Tasting Tuscany, with introduction to the process of vinification and drying of grapes for Aleatico
Food pairing with typical Tuscan flavors: PDO Extra Virgin PDO Tuscan Olive Oil, local cured meats, cheeses with different aging, typical dishes of Elban cuisine
Tasting of 100% Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil from the Island of Elba
Useful information:
Minors under the age of 18 are allowed on the tour, but will not be allowed to drink alcohol. Please notify us if you will be bringing minors under the age of 18 with you, so that we can arrange for their participation
The experience lasts about 2 hours of which: 1h visit + 1h tasting
The tour is accessible to the disabled
The tour will take place also in case of bad weather conditions
Small dogs are allowed
Appropriate attire is required for an outdoor aperitif on the terrace
In case of cancellation a cancellation fee of 5% will be retained within 24 hours of the start of the tour. After this deadline there is no refund.
Meeting point: Tenuta delle Ripalte loc. Ripalte57031 Capoliveri LI
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Try typical products of Elba, selected from the best local producers at zero km:
goat cheese of Il Caprile -Pastorizia Elbana-: a small farm in La Pila in Campo nell'Elba (LI), where Moira and her family, with great passion, raises goats, about 80 animals, near San Pietro, on the slopes of Mount Capanne. Milking is done manually, as in ancient tradition. Grazing is led by the young shepherd Daniele with his Maremma sheepdog Joy.
pecorino cheese with different maturation and refining of La Pecora di Massimiliano di Pontedera (PI): a dairy with a great passion for the Sienese culture of pecorino. The cheeses are made exclusively with fresh harvested milk. The maturations are various: during the Ripalte Wine Experience we will try -Il Primo, pure sheep cheese, ▪️ aged for 15 days; - L'Ultimo Maturo - 45 days of maturation; - L'Unico-sheep's milk cheese matured for 30 days; - Le Selve, 120 days of maturation, aging on a bed of chestnut leaves.
the products of the Tonnina, a cannery from Elba specialized in anchovies in oil, tonnetto (a lean fish rich in protein, very common in the Mediterranean Sea; from the blue fish family), palamita, Tonnina (tuna fillet)
Local specialties of Salumificio Patrone: - Capocollo of Cinta Senese - Finocchiona (typical Tuscan salami flavored with fennel seeds) - Boar Sausage - Tuscan raw ham The small artisan company is expertly run by Nica Patrone; among the farmed species: wild pig and cinta senese
the delicacies of Elba Magna: a small family-run bakery in Lido di Capoliveri (LI) where typical Elba bread and sweets are produced every day: - schiaccia briaca, - cantucci with almonds and Aleatico (the local sweet passito red wine), - il Cerimito (a very traditional bread, flavored with aniseed) - the Sportella (another typical dessert that served as a declaration of love between young lovers)
100% Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil from La Faccenda: farm in the plain of Mola, on the Island of Elba, 1000 olive groves; the cultivars are typical of Tuscany: -Leccino, -Moraiolo -Pendolino An oil with delicate notes, scents of white flowers, with a slight bitterness to the almond scent at the end.
The 100% Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Azienda Agricola Arrighi: is located in Porto Azzurro, in the north-east of the island. The soil is very mixed: clayey, rusty, rich in a unique variety of minerals that make the products particularly tasty. The farm produces olive oil from centenary olive trees of the ripical Tuscan cultivars: -Frantoio -Leccino, -Moraiolo -Pendolino
Or, buy a gift voucher experience in Tuscany, with open date, to give to your guests:
The voucher entitles the holder to book the preferred future date among those available, to experience wine and local food tasting on Elba Island. The voucher is suitable as a gift for any occasion.
Click on the link of the voucher you wish to buy, shown below. With the "quantity" selector, enter the number of participants for your voucher then proceed with the payment. Wait for the creation of the voucher by our staff. You will receive your voucher ready to print directly on the email you entered during the purchase process. Voucher validity: 12 months
Wine Lovers, Lovers of Wine and Tuscan Cuisine, Connoisseurs of Italian Wines, Beginners who want to know wine and the phases of its production, from harvesting to vinification between fermentation and aging
Travelers to Elba Island looking for wine and food experiences away from the chaotic crowds of the warmer months: after the tasting, get access to Remaiolo Beach by car or private transportation and experience this beautiful location as a guest of Tenuta delle Ripalte (subject to availability)
a day of relaxation for Wedding Anniversaries, Romantic Ideas for Honeymoon in Tuscany, Honeymoon Proposals, thanks to the unique scenery of our panoramic terrace overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Friends and Birthday Parties, who are looking for an exclusive and original activity to celebrate a special occasion with excellent wines and local snacks, Holidays with Friends who want access to a private estate in Tuscany, things to do for Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties on Elba Island with our wine tasting, Private Aperitifs in a romantic atmosphere with breathtaking views of the vineyards and the sea
Our guided wine tasting is dedicated to wine lovers who want to deepen their wine knowledge. Our guide can also provide a higher level of learning for wine experts. During the tour we will talk about the biological cycle of the vine, its cultivation, the autochthonous vines of Elba Island and how our winery has been able to interpret the island's tradition. We will introduce you to the process of grape drying, very ancient and still very efficient and widespread.
Tasting voucher is a perfect gift idea for him or her, as a present for important occasions such as birthdays, graduation gifts, anniversaries and as a wedding present. The voucher entitles you to book the date of the tasting experience within the deadline indicated on the certificate. Surprise your partner with a voucher for two people for a wine tasting in Tuscany and an exclusive visit to the winery located in a private estate of 450 hectares in the south-east of Elba Island: an original idea to inspire your next beach vacation!
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