Olive Oil Tasting Game • San Gimignano
Duration
45 minute(s)
Languages
English
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Learn to identify exceptional extra virgin olive oil
Explore production techniques shaping flavor and aroma
Engage in hands-on sensory tasting exercises
Fun tasting game to sharpen your skills
Expert insights on Italian olive oil culture and history
€ 16
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Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of extra virgin olive oil with this comprehensive and interactive experience. Begin by discovering how to identify exceptional quality oils and understanding the meticulous production techniques that shape their aroma, flavor, and texture. Throughout the session, you will explore how factors such as olive variety, harvesting methods, and pressing techniques influence the final product. This hands-on experience allows you to see, smell, and taste the differences between oils, enhancing your appreciation for the subtle complexities that make Italian olive oils truly unique. Participants gain not only knowledge but also practical skills to evaluate oils like a professional.
The experience includes a guided tasting of four carefully selected premium oils, each representing a distinct style and region. You will engage in sensory exercises and a fun tasting game designed to sharpen your ability to detect flavors, aromas, and structural differences. The session also provides expert commentary on the history, cultivation, and cultural significance of olive oil in Italy, giving you a richer context for each taste. Whether you are a culinary enthusiast, a home cook, or a curious traveler, this experience offers a deep dive into Italy’s “green gold” that is both educational and enjoyable. By the end, you will leave with refined tasting skills, a deeper understanding of olive oil, and newfound confidence in identifying quality oils in any setting.
Chianti DOP olive oil
Geografico EVO oil
Italian EVO oil
Spiced EVO oil
Truffle flavored EVO oil
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Arrive ten minutes early to ensure timely start
Limited to ten guests for an intimate experience
Wheelchair accessible
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Activity Provider: Chianti Geografico
Customer Reviews
Basil
We were lucky to visit at harvest season. So Danielle was able to give us a great tour, showing us every step of the production as local farmers were queuing up to unload the mornings olive harvest crates. She explained so well and we got our maximum expectations fullfilled.
Aya
We had a truly unforgettable experience at Frantoio di San Gimignano! The tour was much more than we expected — a perfect mix of tradition, innovation, and passion. It started with a guided visit to the oil mill, followed by impressive interactive and multimedia installations. We especially loved the VR story about the olive journey and the video showing the family’s deep connection to olive oil production over generations. The interactive game was such a fun touch — perfect for all ages! The olive oil tasting session was both educational and delicious. We learned how to taste olive oil professionally, and it gave us a whole new appreciation for the product. We also enjoyed a variety of gastronomic tastings made with their extra virgin olive oil — everything was fresh, flavorful, and authentic. Daniella, who guided our tour, was absolutely amazing! She was knowledgeable, welcoming, and clearly passionate about what she does. She made the whole experience feel personal and special. We ended our visit at their lovely shop, which offers not just their high-quality olive oils, but also delicious food products and cosmetics based on olive oil. We couldn’t leave empty-handed! Highly recommended if you're visiting San Gimignano — a beautiful, enriching, and delicious experience.
Anna
While going to San Gimignano you should visit this place. You can participate in Olive tasting and get a tour around the factory. Our guide Daniela was fantastic and really nice . We had the possibility to taste diffrent types of olive oils . There is also a shop where you can buy many products made out of olive.
Jackie
Daniela gave us a warm welcome and showed us a very pleasant tour and experience! She was very generous and informative for being a new employee! We really enjoyed the chance to learn from her! Some of the audio and video aspects of the tour felt disjointed and one part was clearly for kids and not adults. The VR tour was an incredible introduction to the trees since there were none to see on the property! The personal touches Daniela had for us were excellent and in a region full of wine this was a really great way to learn about something new and special :)
Erdavria
Such a great and informative experience regarding creating and making Italian EVO. Lucrezia Grassi did an excellent walk through the facility tour and tasting. I highly recommend this place and their superb olive oils. Such high quality products and a beautiful family story. There are many options for olive oils, gifts, cosmetics, yummy bites, and sweets. My family and I cannot wait to come back also love the new smell and guess addition to the experience so very fun!!! More info: I booked the tour direct with them via their website- they had a very prompt response even on their May 1st Holiday they were very accommodating for my small group of 3 - we can tell they can handle very large groups as well. It is an Italy must do!!