10-Day Luxury Wine & Food Experience

Discover Sicily’s rich wine heritage, guided by a native Sicilian winemaker.

Join an exclusive 10-day Sicily wine tour designed for wine lovers and food enthusiasts. Led by Benny D’Arrigo, a Sicilian winemaker and oenologist, this immersive journey takes you through historic vineyards, boutique wineries, and Sicily’s finest gastronomic treasures.

Experience private wine tastings, vineyard tours, and food pairings with traditional and innovative winemakers—far from commercial circuits. From the volcanic wines of Mount Etna to the historic Marsala cellars, explore Sicily’s true soul through its wines, landscapes, and culinary traditions.

Why Join This Sicily Wine Tour?

✔ Exclusive Access – Visit hidden-gem wineries and meet renowned Sicilian winemakers.
✔ Authentic Sicilian Experience – Taste rare and historic wines paired with local cuisine.
✔ Luxury & Comfort – Stay in charming boutique hotels in Sicily’s most picturesque towns.
✔ Expert Guidance – Led by Benny D’Arrigo, a native Sicilian winemaker & oenologist.
✔ Culture & History – Discover ancient Greek ruins, Baroque cities, and vibrant Sicilian markets.

Sicily Wine Tour Itinerary (10 Days)

📍 Day 1: Taormina & Mount Etna – Volcanic Wines & Greek Heritage

• Morning: Explore the stunning Greek Theatre of Taormina with breathtaking sea views.
• Afternoon: Private tasting at a Mount Etna winery, known for its elegant Metodo Classico sparkling wines and bold Nerello Mascalese reds. Learn how volcanic soil shapes the unique character of these wines.

📍 Day 2: Capofaro & Ancient Roman Wines

• Visit Capofaro, a coastal paradise producing historic Mamertino and Passiti wines, once enjoyed by Julius Caesar in Roman banquets.
• Discover how the area’s microclimate and coastal winds create wines of intense aroma and complexity.

📍 Day 3: Catania, Noto & Syracuse – A Journey Through Time & Taste

• Morning: Stroll through Catania’s historic fish market, a feast for the senses. Visit Catania Cathedral before heading south.
• Afternoon: Exclusive tasting at a modern Sicilian winery, blending ancient traditions with cutting-edge winemaking techniques.
• Evening: Arrive in Noto or Syracuse, known for stunning Baroque architecture and coastal charm.

📍 Day 4: Vittoria – Wine Innovation & Heritage

• Visit two unique wineries:
  ✅ A vineyard specializing in terracotta fermentation, reviving ancient winemaking techniques.
  ✅ A female-led winery, producing sustainable, age-worthy Sicilian wines that express the region’s unique terroir.

📍 Day 5: Agrigento – Bold Southern Reds & Gypsum-Rich Soils

• Travel to Agrigento, stopping at a winery where mineral-rich soils and low rainfall produce Sicily’s most powerful and long-lived red wines.
• Visit a prestigious estate producing award-winning reds that capture the essence of Sicily’s southern landscape.

📍 Day 6: Agrigento – The Valley of the Temples & Food Pairings

• Morning: Explore the Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site where ancient amphorae depict Sicily’s deep-rooted wine culture.
• Afternoon: A cheese and wine pairing experience featuring Slow Food-certified cheeses, aged red wines, and rare Sicilian black bee honey.

📍 Day 7: Marsala – The Story of Sicily’s Most Famous Wine

• Visit two Marsala wineries:
  ✅ A historic cellar where Marsala wine became world-famous.
  ✅ An innovative winery reviving pre-British Marsala, skipping oak aging for an authentic, natural expression.
• Discover how Marsala is making a comeback, captivating international wine lovers.

📍 Day 8: Palermo – Sicily’s Capital of Culture & Cuisine

• Stroll through Palermo’s vibrant markets, experiencing the fusion of Arab, Norman, and Mediterranean influences.
• Join a Sicilian cooking class, learning to prepare traditional dishes inspired by centuries of cultural exchange.

📍 Day 9: Departure – A Farewell to Sicily’s Wine & Food Culture

• Enjoy a final breakfast in Palermo before heading to the airport.

Book Your Sicily Wine Adventure Today!

This Sicily wine tour is limited to small groups for an intimate, authentic experience. Reserve your spot today!

📅 Tour Duration: 10 Days
📍 Starting Point: Taormina, Sicily
📞 Contact: D’Arrigo Wines