Wine & drink

Discover the hidden liquid treasures of the land with a tasting of local wines, led by sommelier Antonio. The experience includes three glasses of wine from local winery 'Gioia al Negro', accompanied by local appetizers, perfectly paired to enhance the flavours of every sip. Let yourself be seduced by the region's best — fresh Chardonnay, the robust Syrah, and the intense Aglianico. Then, to round off the experience, taste the traditional passito. An authentic journey through the most prized wines of our region and the flavours of our land. Location: San Nicola Arcella, Calabria (5.3km from Scalea ~ 6 minutes) Highlights: Three glasses of wine + passito: Chardonnay, Syrah Rosé, Aglianico, Fabula Passito. Local appetizers paired with the wines.

Discover the art of homemade wine with Stefania the "contadina", following the journey from vineyard to glass! Set out with crates in hand to harvest grapes in Stefania's countryside. You'll then begin the process of transforming the freshly harvested grapes into wine. Once the harvest is complete, we'll stop for a shared lunch, tasting the wine from the previous year and celebrating the flavours of rural tradition. An authentic experience that celebrates a deep connection to the land and the pleasure of good homemade wine. Location: Marcellina, Calabria (7.7km from Scalea ~10 minutes) Highlights: Grape harvest in the farmland. Grape pressing to make wine. Lunch with a tasting of last year's wine.

Discover the unique and natural wines of Figli di Bottarga in a tasting designed to explore the most authentic wine flavours of Calabria. Veronica & Noemi will take you through a selection of six wines from niche local wineries that work with passion and a focus on sustainability. Each wine will be paired with Calabrian food flavours and specialties from the sea, for a complete experience that celebrates the region and its food and wine treasures. Location: San Nicola Arcella, Calabria (5.9km from Scalea ~7 minutes) Highlights: Tasting of six natural and niche wines from local wineries. Pairing with typical Calabrian cuisine, with a focus on seafood.

Live the magic of a true vendemmia together with Giuseppe and his Calabrian Family! Giuseppe will greet you at La Piazzetta for morning tea before heading into the family vineyard, where you'll spend the morning harvesting grapes and taking part in the first steps of winemaking — a tradition that brings families together every year. You'll then gather for a shared lunch, accompanied by a bottle of local wine, to celebrate the hard work, the land, and the joy of this century-old tradition. A warm, authentic, family experience that captures the heart of Calabrian wine culture. Location: Grisolia (Scalo), Calabria (9.3 km from Scalea ~ 12 minutes) Highlights: Snack at Giuseppe's Kiosk (InfoPoint). Full day harvesting grapes + participating in the winemaking process. Shared lunch with a bottle of local wine.

An experience that combines innovation and tradition in one sip. Antonio and Sandra will take you on a sensory journey to discover Spirito Alchemico liqueurs, made with seawater and local botanicals. You'll taste three surprising drinks, accompanied by sweet and savoury appetizers designed to enhance each aromatic note. Explore the scents of the Riviera dei Cedri: citrus fruits, roots, herbs, and spices that reveal an authentic and innovative Calabria. A magical moment to be inspired by the flavours of the sea and the land. Location: San Nicola Arcella, Calabria (5.3km from Scalea ~ 6 minutes) Highlights: 3 drinks based on Spirito Alchemico seawater liqueurs. Pairing with savoury and sweet appetizers. Introduction to the botanicals, roots, and citrus fruits of the Riviera dei Cedri.

A full sensory journey that pairs the artisanal rosticceria — including crocchè made from a 41-year-old family recipe, pizzette, and classic Calabrian bites — with a curated selection of five signature drinks, each crafted to elevate a different moment of the experience. Emilio will welcome you with a drink designed specifically for your first sip to open your palate, followed by two drinks thoughtfully paired with the flavours of your tasting board. A sweet pairing comes next, and finally, a finishing drink to close the experience in style. Every drink is personalised to your taste, making this a truly tailor-made culinary adventure. Location: Cirella, Calabria (10.9 km from Scalea ~ 15 minutes) Highlights: Complete mixed tasting board featuring Il Rusticano’s artisanal specialties. Five personalised drinks, each crafted for a specific part in the tasting journey.

The Negroni is an iconic Italian aperitivo: elegant, bold, and unforgettable. If you love the Negroni, this is the experience for you! Allow Emilio to take you through three different and carefully prepared variations of this infamous drink as you rediscover this great classic in unexpected ways — from the first sip to the final aroma. Location: Cirella, Calabria (10.9km from Scalea ~15 minutes) Offer: Tasting of 3 different Negronis: 3 recipes, 3 glass styles, 3 serving temperatures. Explanation of the philosophy behind each variation. *Recommended as an after-dinner experience.