Castelli Romani: 'Pincinelle' Pasta Class in the Vineyard with 3 Glasses
Castelli Romani, Rome
Discover pincinelle, a pasta shape typical of this area of the Castelli Romani! Visit the winery, participate in the workshop, and taste 2 artisanal pasta recipes paired with 3 volcanic wines.
Food and Wine Workshop near Rome for Culinary Enthusiasts
This hands-on experience takes place at a vineyard estate near Rome, ideal for those interested in traditional Italian pasta and wine.
Highlights
- Exclusive food and wine experience just a few kilometers from Rome
- Prepare and taste pincinelle, a typical local pasta, among scenic vineyards
- Enjoy pincinelle in two variations paired with three glasses of wine
- Taste extra virgin olive oil with fresh bread
- Learn about the history and products of a local artisanal company
Description
Experience the culinary tradition of Castelli Romani with a workshop dedicated to pincinelle pasta and local wines. Set among vineyard rows, this activity combines history, hands-on cooking, and wine tasting.
The experience begins with a guided tour of the estate and vineyards. Walking through volcanic soil that influences the unique flavors, you will learn about the estate's history and wine production. The tour includes a tasting of fresh artisan bread with organic extra virgin olive oil and your first glass of wine.
Next, join the culinary workshop to prepare pincinelle pasta by hand. This fresh pasta shape reflects an ancient rural tradition from the region. You will learn traditional techniques for kneading, rolling, and shaping the dough with simple, authentic ingredients.
Finally, sit down to enjoy your creations served in two traditional recipes, paired with two additional glasses of wine. The wine selection features:
- 'Schietto', IGT Lazio Grechetto
- 'Albagìa', DOC Roma Malvasia Puntinata
- 'Distinto', IGT Lazio Cesanese
Includes
- Guided vineyard estate tour exploring history and wine production
- Welcome aperitif: fresh artisan bread with organic extra virgin olive oil and a glass of 'Schietto' Grechetto wine
- Hands-on pincinelle workshop for kneading and shaping traditional pasta
- Tasting of two pincinelle courses paired with 'Albagìa' and 'Distinto' wines
Excludes
- Private transportation (available on request)
- Extra glasses from €5
- Extra bottles from €10.50
- Extra meat and cheese platter from €10
Important Information
- By Metro and Shuttle: Take Metro Line C to 'Pantano'. Outside the station, catch the TPL shuttle (operated by 'Corsi & Pampanelli') to the Via delle Marmorelle stop, directly at the estate entrance (Monday to Saturday).
- By Train: From Rome Termini, take the train to 'Frascati' or 'Colle Mattia'. Alternatively, alight at 'Galleria Colonna' and walk approximately 700 meters. Notify in advance for detailed directions as GPS is unavailable on this route.
- Private Transfer: A private driver service can be arranged through a partner company upon request for hotel or train station pickup.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book in advance and wear comfortable clothing. The workshop is suitable year-round, but spring and autumn offer mild weather for the estate visit.
