Description
This olive oil tasting in Ostuni takes place on an 18th-century masseria set among ancient olive trees, close to the sea and about 3 km out of the old town. It lasts around an hour and a half and is led by a guide, in English or Italian.
You begin with a walk among the monumental trees, hearing how they are cultivated and what they mean for the area. Next comes an underground mill carved into the rock, where the guide shows how oil was made centuries ago. A modern two-phase mill follows, so you can compare the old and new ways of going from harvest to extraction.
- A stroll among the oldest trees
- The rock-cut mill, the Frantoio Ipogeo
- The modern mill
- A tasting run by a certified olive oil sommelier
In the tasting you learn to recognise aromas and flavours of good extra virgin oil. Afterwards you can buy the estate's oils and other farm products. Wheelchair users can join the tour and tasting, with access to most of the path. Transport to the masseria and meals are not included.