Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tour: From Tree to Bottle to Food Matching at Le Ferre
Here is what's in store for you
Dive into the fascinating world of extra virgin olive oil with an immersive experience at Le Ferre, located in Castellaneta, Puglia. This guided tour begins in the olive groves, where you’ll explore the natural and historical connection between olive trees and the land. Learn how olives have shaped the territory and its culture across centuries.
The journey continues inside the oil mill, where you’ll discover the machinery and extraction methods used to create high-quality EVO oil. You’ll also visit the bottling and packaging facilities to understand how the product is preserved, protected, and delivered with a focus on consumer quality and safety.
Next, in the tasting room, you'll be introduced to the basics of olive oil tasting. Sample three different extra virgin olive oils of varying intensities in their purest form, learning to recognize key organoleptic traits. Finally, enjoy a brief food pairing session, featuring a small selection of local gastronomic products that perfectly complement the oils.
This is an ideal experience for food lovers, gastronomy enthusiasts, and anyone curious about authentic Pugliese excellence.
What's Included
- Guided olive grove and mill tour
- Explanation of the production and packaging process
- Olive oil tasting of 3 EVO oils
- Basic olive oil tasting technique
- Food pairing insights
- Small local gastronomic tasting
- Water
- Complimentary 100 ml bottle of EVO oil
Where we are and how to reach us
Le Ferre – C.da Catalano S.S. 7 km 610+125, Castellaneta (TA), Puglia, Italy
Booking details and conditions
You can cancel for free until 1 Day Prior
All ages welcome
Frequently Asked Questions
There are also reduced rates for:
- Children (0-17): Free
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