Pasta Cooking Class near San Gimignano with Tuscan Lunch and Wine Tasting
Make 3 iconic Italian pastas by hand and enjoy a full meal at a Chianti vineyard estate
Rolling pasta dough by hand on a hilltop estate outside San Gimignano is as Tuscan as it gets. On this well-loved experience, a professional chef guides you through tagliatelle, pici, and ravioli from scratch before sitting you down to eat what you made. Chianti Classico, Vernaccia, and Super Tuscans flow alongside antipasti, fresh pasta, and cantuccini. This small-group cooking class near San Gimignano is the most satisfying afternoon in Tuscany.
What You Get With This Tour
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Roll dough where the grapes grow
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Professional English-speaking chef
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3 handmade pasta types
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Full Tuscan lunch
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Guided Super Tuscan wine tasting
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Olive oil tasting
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Aged balsamic vinegar tasting
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Tour guide gratuities
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Transportation
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins at a family-run winery
Arrive at the gates of a family-run Tuscan estate, framed by cypress trees, rolling vineyards, and olive groves. Your hosts greet you warmly and walk you through what's ahead for the afternoon. -
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Put on your apron and meet the chef
Step into the kitchen and get acquainted with your professional Italian chef. You'll be introduced to the ingredients, tools, and techniques before the real work begins. -
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Make tagliatelle, pici, and ravioli from scratch
Knead, roll, cut, and shape three classic pasta types under the chef's close guidance. Each step is hands-on and fully explained in English, so beginners and experienced cooks alike leave with real skills. -
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Taste the estate's premium wines
While the chef prepares your pasta for lunch, a local expert leads you through a guided tasting of Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Chianti Classico, and bold Super Tuscans. You'll learn to read color, aroma, and structure in every glass. -
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Sit down to a full Tuscan lunch
Take your seat with views over the vines and enjoy a complete meal: antipasti of salami, local cheeses, and bruschetta, followed by your three handcrafted pastas in traditional sauces, and cantuccini with dessert wine to close. -
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Sample olive oils and aged balsamic vinegar
Alongside lunch, taste extra virgin olive oils, including truffle and spicy pepper infusions, plus the estate's Gold Reserve balsamic vinegar. Your host shares the history and craft behind each one. -
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Your tour ends where you first began
The afternoon closes with a final glass of wine and time to browse the estate shop for bottles, oils, or vinegar to take home. Linger as long as you like before heading out.
Additional Information
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Dietary restrictions: Please contact us in advance with any special dietary restrictions or allergies so we can do our best to accommodate you. Gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian menus are available on request.
Alcohol consumption: This tour includes local wine; participants should be of legal drinking age in Italy (18). Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to partake.
Children: Children are welcome on this tour. Kids under 6 who do not participate in the pasta class or meal can attend for free. If they will eat or join the activity, please select the appropriate child option at booking.
Weather advisory: In the event of adverse weather or extreme temperatures, the estate reserves the right to move the experience to an alternative indoor location on the property.
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible, as some areas of the estate include stairs. Please contact us if you have questions or concerns about your mobility.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can begin on time.
Your tour includes:
Expert English-speaking professional chef
Hands-on pasta-making class (tagliatelle, pici, and ravioli)
Full Tuscan lunch with starters, fresh handmade pasta, and dessert
Guided wine tasting of premium regional wines
Olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting
What to bring:
Valid ID
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Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring?
Comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and a good appetite. Aprons and all cooking tools are provided.
Is there any chance my tour might be canceled?
On the rare occasions the tour is canceled, we’ll inform you as soon as possible and work together on rescheduling or a full refund.
Is this tour run by The Tour Guy?
This tour is operated by one of our trusted and vetted partners in Tuscany.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
This tour is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible, as some areas of the estate include stairs. Please contact us if you have questions or concerns about your mobility.
What happens if it rains?
This tour runs rain or shine. In case of bad weather, the experience will be hosted in a covered or indoor space at the winery.
Is lunch included in the price of the tour?
Yes, a full Tuscan lunch is included, featuring the pastas you make during the class.
What if I have food allergies, intolerances, or other dietary requirements?
Please contact us in advance so we can do our best to accommodate your needs. We’ll work with our tour partner to provide alternatives when possible.
What if I don’t drink alcohol but I’d still like to join?
Not a problem, everybody is welcome on this experience. Just keep in mind that you will have skip all the tastings.
Does this tour include hotel pickup?
No, hotel pickup is not included. You will need to arrive at the winery on your own.
