Wine Tasting
At Your Villa
Discover Italian wine without leaving your villa. A professional sommelier brings carefully selected wines directly to you, creating an authentic and unforgettable tasting experience in the comfort of your holiday home.
No driving, no crowds - just great wine in total comfort.
Discover Italian wine without leaving your villa
A private wine tasting designed around you
Whether you’re staying in a countryside villa, celebrating a special occasion or simply looking to discover Italian wine, this experience is designed entirely around your group.
Forget crowded wineries and fixed schedules. We bring the wines, the glassware and every detail directly to your accommodation, so all you need to do is relax and enjoy.
How it Works?
01
Tell Me About Your Stay
Share where you’re staying, your preferred date, the type of experience you’re looking for, and any wine preferences. I’ll take care of the rest
02
I Prepare Everything
I carefully select the wines, prepare the tasting notes and bring all the professional wine equipment needed for the experience.
03
Enjoy Your Private Tasting
I’ll come directly to your villa or and guide you through a relaxed and engaging tasting, sharing the stories behind each wine and winery.
04
take Italy Home
If you discover a wine you love, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase it directly and continue enjoying it long during or after your trip.
What's Included?
4 selected wines
professional sommelier
guided tasting & Stories
we come to you
wine ordering available
FAQ
What is a private wine tasting?
A private wine tasting is an exclusive experience hosted just for you and your group, directly at your villa, holiday home or private accommodation. Instead of joining a public tour or visiting a winery, a professional sommelier comes to you with carefully selected Italian wines, professional glassware and everything needed for a relaxed and memorable tasting.
It’s the perfect way to discover authentic Italian wine without leaving the comfort of your holiday home.
Do you come directly to our villa or holiday home?
Yes. We travel directly to your villa, Airbnb, countryside farmhouse, boutique accommodation or private residence throughout Umbria and Tuscany.
We bring the wines, professional glassware and everything required for the tasting, preparing everything before the experience begins. You don’t need to organize anything—we take care of every detail.
Why book a private sommelier instead of choosing the wines ourselves?
Choosing wines in a foreign country can be overwhelming, especially if you don’t know the producers or local grape varieties.
A private sommelier carefully selects the wines, serves them at the correct temperature, explains each bottle in an engaging way and creates a complete experience rather than simply providing wine.
Instead of wondering what to buy, you can simply relax and enjoy discovering Italian wine with an expert by your side.
Do you offer private wine tastings in Tuscany and Umbria?
Yes.
We organize private wine tastings throughout Tuscany and Umbria, including popular destinations such as Perugia, Assisi, Lake Trasimeno, Cortona, Montepulciano, Val d’Orcia and the surrounding countryside.
If you’re staying in another area of Italy, feel free to contact us—we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.
Why choose Wine Things?
Yes.
Wine Things isn’t just a wine tasting—it’s a curated hospitality experience.
Every detail is personally organized by Francesca Dei Santi, certified AIS Sommelier and WSET Level 3, combining professional wine knowledge with a warm, approachable hosting style.
From the wine selection to the complete setup, everything is designed to help you experience Italy through its wines in the most authentic, elegant and relaxed way possible.
Do you provide the wine glasses and tasting equipment?
Yes. We bring professional wine glasses and all the equipment needed for the tasting. You don’t need to prepare anything before we arrive.
Which areas do you cover?
We mainly organize private wine tastings in Umbria and Tuscany, including Perugia, Assisi, Lake Trasimeno, Cortona, Montepulciano, Val d’Orcia and surrounding areas. If you’re staying elsewhere in Italy, feel free to contact us and we’ll be happy to discuss the possibilities.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Since the experience takes place at your villa or private accommodation, it can easily be enjoyed indoors if needed. Rain won’t stop your wine tasting.
What is included in the experience?
Every private wine tasting includes four carefully selected Italian wines, professional sommelier service, guided wine storytelling, complete setup, professional wine glasses and all tasting equipment.
You’ll enjoy a relaxed, interactive experience where you’ll discover the wines, the wineries and the stories behind each bottle in an informal and enjoyable atmosphere.
How long does the experience last?
Most private wine tastings last around 2 hours.
This gives you plenty of time to enjoy each wine, ask questions, discover Italian wine culture and spend quality time together without ever feeling rushed.
If you’re celebrating a special occasion, the timing can be adapted to your plans.
Which wines will we taste?
Whether you prefer to trust our expertise or create a tasting around your personal preferences, every experience is carefully tailored to you.
Can we choose the wines?
Absolutely.
Before the experience, we’ll ask a few simple questions about your preferences, favourite wine styles and any special requests. This allows us to create a tasting that’s perfectly suited to your group while still introducing you to new producers and local grape varieties.
Is a private wine tasting better than visiting a winery?
Both experiences are wonderful—they’re simply different.
A winery visit allows you to explore vineyards and production facilities, while a private wine tasting offers a completely relaxed experience without driving, fixed schedules or other visitors.
Many guests choose a private tasting because they can enjoy exceptional Italian wines with family and friends in the comfort of their own villa, creating a more intimate and memorable experience.
Is the experience suitable for beginners?
Yes.
You don’t need any previous wine knowledge to enjoy the experience.
The tasting is designed to be engaging, relaxed and easy to follow. Whether you’re tasting Italian wines for the first time or you’re already a wine enthusiast, the experience is always adapted to your level of knowledge.
How many people can join the tasting?
The experience is designed for couples, families and groups of friends.
Whether you’re celebrating a romantic getaway, a birthday, an anniversary or a family holiday, we’ll tailor the tasting to your group size and create an experience that feels personal and enjoyable for everyone.
Posted on Tripadvisor Michele CVerified Esperienza unica! Durante la nostra vacanza, abbiamo avuto il piacere di vivere un’esperienza davvero speciale: una degustazione di vini direttamente nella villa in cui soggiornavamo! Francesca ha curato ogni dettaglio con grande professionalità e passione, rendendo l’intera serata indimenticabile.Eravamo un bel gruppo di amici, alcuni appassionati di vino, altri alle prime armi, eppure tutti ci siamo sentiti coinvolti e a nostro agio, grazie al modo in cui Francesca ha saputo raccontare i vini e il territorio con competenza e calore.Abbiamo assaggiato etichette umbre autentiche, difficili da trovare altrove...abbiamo chiesto anche di aggiungere un tagliere di prodotti tipici salumi e formaggi non compreso nel pacchetto iniziale e lei ha soddisfatto tutte le nostre richieste! (anche il cibo era buonissimo) Un servizio comodo e impeccabile: Francesca ha portato tutto il necessario e ha saputo creare un’atmosfera rilassata e convivialeConsiglio vivamente questa esperienza a chiunque voglia scoprire l’Umbria del vino in modo autentico e senza doversi spostare: una vera perla della nostra vacanza! 🍷Posted on Tripadvisor Morten EVerified Degustazione di vini conveniente, personalizzata e professionale portata nella tua villa! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Francesca e i suoi colleghi sono venuti nella nostra Villa per facilitare una degustazione di vini durante la nostra vacanza in famiglia. Eravamo 15 persone, che raramente arriva a fare una degustazione di vini insieme, perché qualcuno deve stare indietro e guardare e i bambini quando visitano aziende vinicole (e qualcuno deve guidare 😉). Quindi avere Francesca e team a portarlo alla Villa si è rivelato brillante! In precedenza, abbiamo inviato messaggi avanti e indietro, dove Francesca ha chiesto le preferenze e impostare. Abbiamo chiesto per i vini locali umbri che non avremmo facilmente entrare in possesso di noi stessi - e Francesca ha davvero superato! Allestimento professionale, storie locali, grandi vini e un tocco personalizzato, che è stato altamente coinvolgente. Tutto è stato curato da Francesca e team, quindi tutto quello che dovevamo fare era presentarci al nostro tavolo, e goderci la degustazione di vini. Consiglio vivamente questa esperienza a chiunque visiti la regione Umbria, che vuole la comodità di portare la degustazione di vini a casa nella villa in cui si alloggia!Posted on Tripadvisor Gaia LVerified Esperienza meravigliosa! Con alcuni amici abbiamo avuto il piacere di godere in pieno relax di una villa meravigliosa e della premura e, soprattutto, bravura di Francesca. Un tasting organizzato nei minimi dettagli che ci ha fatto conoscere l'Umbria vitivinicola a 360°. Francesca si è rivelata una vera professionista, appassionata del suo lavoro ed in grado di far sentire a proprio agio winelovers e neofiti del vino. Da ripetere 🍷Posted on Tripadvisor Federico FVerified Esperienza indimenticabile - assolutamente da provare! Abbiamo avuto il piacere di partecipare a questa degustazione di vini, ed è stata senza dubbio la ciliegina sulla torta del nostro viaggio in Umbria.Francesca era molto preparata e si vedeva quanto è appassionata del suo lavoro. I vini che abbiamo assaggiato erano molto buoni (noi abbiamo chiesto solo vini umbri), dai bianchi freschi ai rossi corposi, accompagnato da deliziosi prodotti locali come formaggi e salumi (Norcia d'altronde è lì vicino!!).Degustazione svolta parzialmente in italiano e parzialmente in inglese perché alcuni nostri amici non erano italiani. Super disponibile ad organizzare la degustazione presso la villa in cui soggiornavano i nostri amici, porta letteralmente tutto lei! Cinque stelle meritate!Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
