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Private Irpinia Wine Tour from SORRENTO with sommelier

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Sorrento, Italy
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About this activity

Discover Campania's world-class wine region on a full-day private tour from Sorrento, guided by a sommelier through the Irpinia valleys of the Apennine Mountains. Visit two prestigious wineries, taste six premium wines, and learn the heritage behind iconic Aglianico and Fiano varieties in an intimate, expert-led experience.

Spend a day getting to know the wines of Italy’s Irpinia region on this private full-day tour from Sorrento. With an expert sommelier as your guide, travel into the Apennine Mountains in southern Campania. Visit two highly acclaimed wineries to sample their signature varieties, many produced using the region’s famous aglianico and fiano grapes. Sample three wines at each stop, and learn about Campania’s fascinating wine history and winemaking during a vineyard tour. Enjoy undivided attention and hear illuminating facts from your private sommelier.

Highlights

  • ✓Private sommelier guide with in-depth knowledge of Campania's wine history
  • ✓Tastings at two acclaimed Irpinia wineries with six wines total
  • ✓Vineyard walks through mountain terroirs producing Aglianico and Fiano grapes
  • ✓Small-group intimacy with personalised attention and insights
  • ✓Mountain scenery in the Apennine region south of Naples

Insider tips

  • ★Eat a light breakfast before departure—wine tastings work best on a settled stomach, and you'll have time for lunch during the tour
  • ★Wear comfortable walking shoes; vineyard terrain can be uneven, especially on slopes
  • ★Ask your sommelier about food pairings specific to each winery—many offer optional local dishes that complement the wines
  • ★Visit in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October) when the Apennines are coolest and harvest activity is visible

Good to know

  • •8-hour duration includes travel time from Sorrento (approximately 90 minutes each way); plan for early morning pickup
  • •Private tour means dedicated vehicle and guide; ideal for small groups or couples seeking exclusive attention
  • •Bring sunscreen and a light jacket—mountain weather can shift, and vineyard sun exposure is intense
  • •Tour operates year-round; summer heat (July–August) can make walking uncomfortable; winter sees occasional road closures in higher elevations

Who it's for

Wine enthusiasts and sommeliers seeking depth beyond casual tastingsLuxury travellers and cruise passengers based in Sorrento with half-day or full-day availabilityCouples on romantic getaways prioritising personalised experiencesFood and wine tourists exploring southern Italian terroir and Campania's heritage

Best time to visit

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer ideal conditions—cooler temperatures for walking, active vineyard work, and harvest atmospheres. Avoid July–August heat and winter weather that may affect mountain access.

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