Food and wine tour from Bologna
Overview
Departure from Bologna in the morning with first stop at the Reggiani dairy, a historic company grown thanks to the work and passion of the Reggiani family.
At the beginning they were only with a stable and 5 cows but with time and thanks to the constant effort it has become one of the most important dairies in the area. Here you can learn about the various stages of production and of course taste the real Parmesan cheese.
Subsequently at the Pedroni vinegar factory you can taste and learn the history of this ancient family that has been producing authentic Balsamic Vinegar since 1862.
After lunch, a short tasting at ham factory Leonardi in Marano sul Panaro that was founded in 1988 from Aldo Leonardi, a founding partner operating in the slaughtering and processing of pork sector.
N.B
in case of lack of availability, other companies will be booked for the visit to the cheese, vinegar and ham factory.
At the beginning they were only with a stable and 5 cows but with time and thanks to the constant effort it has become one of the most important dairies in the area. Here you can learn about the various stages of production and of course taste the real Parmesan cheese.
Subsequently at the Pedroni vinegar factory you can taste and learn the history of this ancient family that has been producing authentic Balsamic Vinegar since 1862.
After lunch, a short tasting at ham factory Leonardi in Marano sul Panaro that was founded in 1988 from Aldo Leonardi, a founding partner operating in the slaughtering and processing of pork sector.
N.B
in case of lack of availability, other companies will be booked for the visit to the cheese, vinegar and ham factory.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Caseificio Bio Reggiani, Via Francesco Baracca 6, 41013 Recovato, Castelfranco Emilia Italy
We will be happy to show you how we work. You will see the courtyard with free grazing cows, milking, how do we turn milk into cheese. We will have a chat and you can ask us any questions you want. And if you have children, bring them too: they will see a real farm, with cows and calves, they will have a lot of fun! We are very pleased to show you how you live in the countryside: cultivate the land, raise your animals and live on the fruits of your work. One of our favorite activities is to organize guided tours for school groups. We have been specially chosen to make educational itineraries that explain to children and their parents how organic Parmigiano Reggiano is born.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Acetaia Pedroni di Modena, Via Risaia 4 Rubbiara di Nonantola, 41015, Modena Italy
Here you can learn the true history of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is obtained from cooked grape must, matured by slow acetification derived from natural fermentation and progressive concentration through long aging in series of jars of different woods, without any addition of substances aromatic.
Dark brown in color and bright, it shows its density in a correct, smooth syrupiness.
It has a characteristic and complex perfume, penetrating, evident, but pleasant and harmonious acidity.
Of traditional and inimitable sweet and sour taste well balanced, it offers generously full, savory with velvety nuances in accordance with the olfactory characteristics that are its own.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: 41015 Rubbiara, Province of Modena, Italy
The Osteria di Rubbiara passed down from generation to generation Born as a "tavern with food and manure rights" in the nineteenth century, it has evolved over the years without losing its Modenese identity.
Today, it offers dishes of the past such as tortellini rigorously in broth, macaroni with scallops and strichetti with ragù, roasts with baked potatoes, Pollo al Lambrusco (whose recipe remains jealously kept in the family), the omelette with balsamic vinegar, simple and tasty, traditional cakes such as “tagliatelle” or cream ice cream with balsamic vinegar.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Prosciuttificio Leonardi Srl - Stabilimento Produttivo, Via Fondovalle, 2955, 41054 Marano sul Panaro MO, Italy
Our ham factory was founded in 1988 from the thirty years of experience of Aldo Leonardi, a founding partner operating in the slaughtering and processing of pork sector, who was immediately joined by his son Marco.
The first office is located in the center of the town in Marano sul Panaro, in a 4-storey factory: the air coming from Mount Cimone and the proximity of the Panaro river allow an initial production capacity of 1000/1500 raw hams per week.
In the same year, we become part of the Consortium of Modena Ham "D.O.P".
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Caseificio Bio Reggiani, Via Francesco Baracca 6, 41013 Recovato, Castelfranco Emilia Italy
We will be happy to show you how we work. You will see the courtyard with free grazing cows, milking, how do we turn milk into cheese. We will have a chat and you can ask us any questions you want. And if you have children, bring them too: they will see a real farm, with cows and calves, they will have a lot of fun! We are very pleased to show you how you live in the countryside: cultivate the land, raise your animals and live on the fruits of your work. One of our favorite activities is to organize guided tours for school groups. We have been specially chosen to make educational itineraries that explain to children and their parents how organic Parmigiano Reggiano is born.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Acetaia Pedroni di Modena, Via Risaia 4 Rubbiara di Nonantola, 41015, Modena Italy
Here you can learn the true history of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is obtained from cooked grape must, matured by slow acetification derived from natural fermentation and progressive concentration through long aging in series of jars of different woods, without any addition of substances aromatic.
Dark brown in color and bright, it shows its density in a correct, smooth syrupiness.
It has a characteristic and complex perfume, penetrating, evident, but pleasant and harmonious acidity.
Of traditional and inimitable sweet and sour taste well balanced, it offers generously full, savory with velvety nuances in accordance with the olfactory characteristics that are its own.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: 41015 Rubbiara, Province of Modena, Italy
The Osteria di Rubbiara passed down from generation to generation Born as a "tavern with food and manure rights" in the nineteenth century, it has evolved over the years without losing its Modenese identity.
Today, it offers dishes of the past such as tortellini rigorously in broth, macaroni with scallops and strichetti with ragù, roasts with baked potatoes, Pollo al Lambrusco (whose recipe remains jealously kept in the family), the omelette with balsamic vinegar, simple and tasty, traditional cakes such as “tagliatelle” or cream ice cream with balsamic vinegar.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Prosciuttificio Leonardi Srl - Stabilimento Produttivo, Via Fondovalle, 2955, 41054 Marano sul Panaro MO, Italy
Our ham factory was founded in 1988 from the thirty years of experience of Aldo Leonardi, a founding partner operating in the slaughtering and processing of pork sector, who was immediately joined by his son Marco.
The first office is located in the center of the town in Marano sul Panaro, in a 4-storey factory: the air coming from Mount Cimone and the proximity of the Panaro river allow an initial production capacity of 1000/1500 raw hams per week.
In the same year, we become part of the Consortium of Modena Ham "D.O.P".
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Additional information
- Service animals allowed
- Stroller accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Dianne_L
October 2022
After an initial misalignment of itinerary (the driver thought we had booked a more limited experience than we signed up and paid for) things were mostly squared away. However the tastings at the Reggiani dairy and Giacobazzi winery were cut short and the tour and tasting at the balsamic vinegar ...
After an initial misalignment of itinerary (the driver thought we had booked a more limited experience than we signed up and paid for) things were mostly squared away. However the tastings at the Reggiani dairy and Giacobazzi winery were cut short and the tour and tasting at the balsamic vinegar factory were rushed. The tasting at the ham factory was eliminated altogether. That said, every guide at the individual stops was charming, interesting and informative.