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Thumbnail Volcanic Wine and Gastronomic Discovery with a light lunch at Oro d'Etna
Zafferana Etnea, Catania (Etna)
2 Hours
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum Not Specified
From €29.00
“A complete visit of the property followed by a tasting of 4 wines and grappa paired with regional delights.”
Thumbnail Lunch and Etna Wine Tasting with vineyard tour at Emilio Sciacca
Castiglione di Sicilia, Catania (Etna)
2 Hours 30 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum Not Specified
From €48.00
“The perfect experience to fully discover the traditional flavors and perfumes of the Etnean area.”
Thumbnail Private Wine Tour of three of Etna's best Wineries
Taormina, Messina (Etna)
6 Hours
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 25
From €250.00
“During this private tour, you will visit three Etna wineries, meet the owners & taste various wines paired with local delicacies”
Thumbnail Wine tour and light lunch experience at Palmento Costanzo
Castiglione di Sicilia, Catania (Etna)
2 Hours 30 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 1, Maximum 10
From €65.00
“4 glasses of Palmento Costanzo wine paired with 4 specialties of the Etnean territory.”
Thumbnail Mirantur Wine & Olive Oil Experience at Serafica Estate on the Slopes of Etna
Nicolosi, Catania (Etna)
2 Hours
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 30
From €30.00
“Discover the story of native Sicilian grapes and olives with a tasting of Mirantur wines, extra virgin olive oils, and local delicacies.”
Thumbnail Private Mount Etna Tour with Wine Tasting from Catania
Misterbianco, Catania (Etna)
7 Hours
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 15
From €259.00
“A private day trip to one of Sicily’s natural wonders, Mount Etna, combined with a lovely lunch & wine-tasting at a local winery”
Thumbnail Etna Natural Wine Tasting and visit to the late 19th-century Palmento at Malandrino
Mascali, Catania (Etna)
2 Hours 30 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum Not Specified
From €40.00
“Breathe in the atmosphere of a typical Etna Palmento from the end of the 19th century and try our natural wine from volcanic soils!”
Thumbnail Olive Grove Tour and Oil Tasting Experience at Serafica Estate
Nicolosi, Catania (Etna)
2 Hours
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 50
From €25.00
“Explore the Nocellara Etnea olive groves producing exceptional extra virgin olive oil, rich in complexity and character!”
Thumbnail Mirantur Superior Wine & Olive Oil Experience at Serafica Estate
Nicolosi, Catania (Etna)
2 Hours
Participants: Minimum 1, Maximum 30
From €45.00
“Enjoy a tasting of 4 Terre Siciliane IGP wines (2 still and 2 sparkling), 3 EVO oils and 5 flavored olive oils, with a tour of the estate.”
Thumbnail Discovery tasting of Etna wines at Zumbo Vini
Castiglione di Sicilia, Catania (Etna)
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum Not Specified
From €35.00
“The Zumbo sisters welcome you to their winery for an introductory tasting of 3 Etna wines paired with local delicacies”
Thumbnail Classic Wine tasting and tour of Maugeri Winery Etna Wines
Milo, Catania (Etna)
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 1, Maximum 10
From €60.00
“Walk through the vineyard as you learn about the story of Maugeri, followed by tasting 3 of our wines along with a charcuterie board”
Thumbnail Etna DOC Wine Tasting & Tour amongst the vineyards of Zumbo Vini
Castiglione di Sicilia, Catania (Etna)
4 Hours
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum Not Specified
From €55.00
“A wine tasting & tour amongst the vineyards of the Zumbo sisters to discover Etna in all its facets through a glass of wine”
Thumbnail Typical Sicilian Lunch or Dinner with Nerello Mescalese Wine Tasting
Mascali, Catania (Etna)
3 Hours
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 8
From €99.00
“Enjoy a delicious Sicilian lunch with seasonal products from the farm paired with 3 glasses of Nerello Mescalese IGT wine”
Thumbnail Etna Craters & Lunch in Winery – Private Tour
Taormina, Messina (Etna)
7 Hours
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 8
From €159.00
“Discover the majestic craters of Mount Etna on a private tour, followed by a wine tasting and organic lunch at a local winery.”
Thumbnail Historical Etna DOC Vineyard Tour & Tasting at Casale 120
Castiglione di Sicilia, Catania (Etna)
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 1, Maximum Not Specified
From €50.00
“Explore the traditional viticulture of Etna with a guided tour of the scenic Casale 120 vineyards and a tasting of 4 wines”
Thumbnail Guided Tour of Etna Volcano & Etna DOC Wine Tasting from Catania or Taormina
Misterbianco, Catania (Etna)
8 Hours
Participants: Minimum 1, Maximum 3
From €130.00
“Visit the highest active volcano in Europe, walk over extinct craters, and end with a tasting of volcanic wines & local specialties”
Thumbnail Grotte Wine & Oil Experience at Serafica Estate
Nicolosi, Catania (Etna)
2 Hours
Participants: Minimum 2, Maximum 30
From €45.00
“Etna’s volcanic caves inspire our Etna DOC wine line, celebrating the uniqueness of this extraordinary territory.”
Thumbnail Basic Wine tasting and tour of Maugeri Winery Etna Wines
Milo, Catania (Etna)
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Participants: Minimum 1, Maximum 10
From €40.00
“Enjoy a delightful walk through the vineyard, learning about the Maugeri family's history, followed by a tasting of 3/4 wines, bread and oil”

More information on Etna

If you're looking for a different setting for your next wine tasting and you'd like to take a wine tour immersed in what many defined as a "lunar landscape", then Etna might be the right destination for you. With its 3300 meters, Mount Etna is the highest active volcano in Europe, located in the province of Catania, Sicily. Its surrounding landscape was shaped by the volcanic activity over the years; the flowing lava carved various caves and craters along Etna's hillsides and black volcanic rocks now dominate the scenery, together with some scattered green vegetation.

During your wine tastings in Etna's area, expect to find some unique wines that share peculiar mineral, savory and fresh notes. This is because the volcanic soil that surrounds Etna is rich in precious minerals, making Etna's terroir distinctive. You will visit local wineries producing Etna DOC, the oldest appellation of Sicily, which includes Rosso (red), Bianco (white), Rosato (rosé) and Spumante (traditional method sparkling wine).

Which food to taste in Etna?

Etna's area, kissed by the warm Sicilian sun for most of the year, has plenty to offer also in terms of food. Pistachios, citruses and cherries are some examples of Sicily's excellent products. Furthermore, during your wine tastings around Etna, you will be able to pair your favorite glass of wine with the many artisanal cold cuts and cheeses produced in the area. Other highlights of Sicily's cuisine include Arancini, pasta alla Norma, Sicilian cannoli, granita and brioche.

Which wines to taste in Etna?

While in Etna's area, your wine tastings will focus on wines made combining different local varieties in order to achieve the best balance. Etna Rosso DOC is produced mainly from Nerello Mascarese grapes, with up to 20% Nerello Cappuccio. Etna Bianco DOC instead is made of Carricante (at least 60%), Catarratto (the most widespread white grape variety in Sicily) and other grapes including Trebbiano and Minnella.

Which is the best season to visit Etna?

Wine tours, tastings and winery visits are only a few of the things you can do when visiting Etna. While the multitude of activities offered makes this destination interesting to visit throughout the year, spring is probably the best season, when the flowers are blossoming and the temperatures are ideal for activities like excursions and picnics. During this period, various cultural events and festivals take place in the villages of the area.

What things to do in Etna?

Besides exploring the different nuances that Etna's wines have to offer during the various wine tastings you will experience, make sure to visit some of the area's highlights: Mount Etna and its various craters, Zafferana Etnea, Castiglione di Sicilia, Catania and its old town.