Olive Experience and Spirits Tasting in Sorrento
What Guests Love
- Scenic olive grove excursion
- Insight into oil history
- Tasting of fresh olive oil
- Gift from showroom
Guests say the excursion takes place among beautiful olive groves, offering a clear view of the landscape. They appreciate learning about the history and production process of the oil, which deepens their understanding of local culture. The tasting session provides a memorable flavor experience, and the opportunity to shop in the showroom and receive a gift for participants, making it a highlight of the day.
What to Expect
One of our wonderful guides (Giada, Anna, or Susy) will guide you throughout this excursion. You will begin by wandering among the ancient olive trees on our estate. The guide will tell you all about the history and tradition of producing olive oil in Sorrento. You will get a chance to see all the tools that were once required for the traditional method of pruning and pressing the olives. Then, you will get to learn about all the stages required to produce our wonderful oil today.
During this tour, you will have the opportunity to taste 20 different types of extra virgin olive oil. You will also get to taste different glazes, honey, and marmalade. The tasting will end with a sampling of Limoncello made from our own lemons and other cream liqueurs. Your guide will talk you through all these tastings, letting you know how the products are made and tips and tricks on how to use them in your kitchen. At the end of the tour, you will receive a gift containing three different 100ml bottles of our extra virgin olive oil to bring home with you and use in your kitchen.
Menu
- Extra virgin olive oil tasting
- 20 types of aromatic olive oil
- Artisanal bread
- Tastings of glaze, honey & marmalade
- Tastings of liqueurs & cream liqueurs
- A gift pack of three 100ml bottles of extra virgin olive oil
Schedule
- 10:30 am Meet at Frantoio Gargiulo
- 10:35 am Olive grove tour
- 10:50 am Tour of the old oil mill built in 1849
- 11:00 am Tour of the modern oil mill
- 11:10 am Degustation of 20 types of organic olive oil
- 11:20 am Degustation of limoncello and local spirits, marmalade, honey, balsamic vinegar.
- 11:30 am End of the tour
More time slots available please check the time table.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Frantoio Gargiulo
Pick up is Available on request fee charged:
AVAILABLE ON REQUEST and not included in the price. A private transfer can collect you from your accommodation in the surrounding area and after a short drive you will arrive at the "Frantoio Gargiulo" - the old mill. The charge will depend on the distance.
Without transfer, the meeting point is:
Frantoio Gargiulo
Via Nastro D'argento, 9
80065 Sant'Agnello (NA)
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Confirmation
You will receive the confirmation of your booking within 24 hours.
Free Cancellation
Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 48 hours prior to the activity.
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