2-Hour Guided Olive Oil Tasting Tour in Oristano

Witness the Process of Making Virgin Olive Oil

Explore a stone mill, situated in the backdrop of stunning grasslands, and discover the process of making virgin olive oil. Enjoy the company of Antonella and Paola, your guides for the day. Learn about the olive press, a traditional and artisanal method of extracting oil from olives, and the steps involved in the production of olive oil.

Indulge in a Guided Oil-Tasting Session

Enrich your gastronomic experience with a guided tasting session of virgin olive oil and tanca barbarossa oil on carasu bread. Go on a walking tour of the farm and discern olive trees closely.

Itinerary

• Walk among ancient olive trees

• Visit the mill

• Guided tour of olive oil production process

• Guided tasting of virgin olive oil and tanca barbarossa with carasu

• End of tour

2-Hour Guided Olive Oil Tasting Tour in Oristano

Embark on a sensory journey through Oristano’s rustic landscapes, where ancient traditions meet modern innovation at every turn. Visiting the restored farm that houses an ancient well and stone mill, you will uncover the secrets of virgin olive oil production from indigenous crops. This tour is crafted for explorers of Sardinian heritage, devotees of artisanal cuisine, and seekers of culinary enlightenment. With 2 guides leading the way, this experience weaves history and flavor into a tapestry of unforgettable moments that illuminate the heart of Oristano’s unique olive oil culture.

Marvel at Restored Farm's Stone Mill

Visit the restored farm during the tour’s highlight segment where ancient craftsmanship meets contemporary technique. Experience the mill, with its stone walls and rustic charm, as a testament to traditional methods used in producing virgin olive oil from indigenous crops like semidana olives. The farm’s well-preserved equipment provides an immersive look into Sardinia’s agricultural past, offering insights into sustainable farming practices that have been perfected over generations.

Discover Oristano's Indigenous Olive Trees

Explore the olive groves during your tour, where rows of ancient olive trees stretch as far as the eye can see. This scenic walk through the farm showcases a variety of indigenous olives, each with its unique characteristics and flavors. Observe how these resilient plants thrive in Sardinia’s arid climate, providing the raw materials for Oristano's renowned olive oils.

Taste Virgin Olive Oil on Carasu Bread

Access the guided tasting session included in your tour package, where you will partake in a sensory exploration of virgin olive oil and tanca barbarossa oil. Enjoy this momentous occasion by drizzling the rich oils onto carasu bread, savoring every bite as it captures the essence of Sardinian culinary artistry.

Examine Ancient Stone Mill's Artisanal Process

Experience the ancient stone mill’s machinery up close during your visit to the restored farm. This centerpiece of the tour provides a glimpse into the meticulous process of turning olives into the finest virgin olive oil, highlighting the care and precision that define Oristano’s culinary heritage.

Tour Highlights

• Visit restored farm showcasing ancient well highest viewpoint
• Experience olive grove walk observing indigenous varieties comprehensive
• Explore stone mill machinery detailed artisanal process impressive
• Discover virgin olive oil tasting session on carasu bread unique
• Learn sustainable farming practices innovative and eco-friendly
• Partake in guided tour of Oristano’s culinary history fascinating

Voyage for explorers of Sardinian heritage, delight for devotees of artisanal cuisine, and adventure for seekers of culinary enlightenment. This immersive journey weaves tradition and innovation together like a tapestry woven from the threads of ancient wisdom and modern techniques, offering memorable encounters to forge lasting connections while understanding that every drop of olive oil tells a story of resilience and craftsmanship.