Top Lecce Wine, Beer & Spirits

Lecce is famous for its baroque architecture and authentic cuisine. With this cooking class in the heart of the city’s old town, experience the best of both. Meet your hosts at an “osteria” set on one of the most charming lanes in the historic center and discover the secrets to rolling and shaping fresh “orecchiette” pasta, a traditional specialty from Puglia. Then relax over a guided wine tasting paired with regional delicacies.

Explore Lecce through its flavours—and uncover spots you'd likely miss alone—on this guided food and drink tour. Skip the guesswork as your local guide leads you down hidden streets and past highlights such as the Cathedral and the city’s oldest square. Along the way, stop at top foodie spots to sample traditional pizza, taralli, and local drinks. It's the perfect way to see—and taste—more of the city.

Explore centuries-old vineyards, visit a historic winery, and discover a one-of-a-kind artistic retreat—culminating in a guided tasting of fine wines paired with local delicacies. All that - just about 20 km outside Lecce. Begin your journey in Guagnano with a visit to a historic winery known for preserving the heritage of Negroamaro and Primitivo wines. Enjoy a scenic stroll through vineyards cultivated using the traditional “alberello” (small tree) system. Step into a hidden artistic sanctuary created by a local painter. Blending art, architecture, and nature in a whimsical Gaudí style, this peaceful retreat offers a glimpse into Puglia’s vibrant cultural and creative spirit. Relax with a guided tasting of four premium wines led by an expert sommelier. Savor each pour alongside a traditional marenna—a rustic Puglian breakfast featuring local cheeses and cured meats that beautifully complement the wines.

A unique opportunity to explore the food and wine tradition of Puglia through a guided tasting of wines and local specialties. Savor four glasses of typical wine, including two reds, a white and a rosé, while delicious taralli and friselle flavors with fresh tomato enrich the experience. An industry Expert will share fascinating stories about Apulian wine and culture, making every sip and bite a journey into the heart of Salento.

I am considered by many an expert in wines and atoria and traditions of Salento. My main activity is to sell Salento wines all over the world. Now I am ready to offer you the opportunity to taste the best local wine labels and traditional dishes with me to discover together all the secrets of Salento wine and food.

Escape the tourist hustle and bustle for an intimate journey into the soul of Puglian viticulture. Join us at a beautifully decorated boutique wine bar nestled in a quiet Baroque alley just steps from the Basilica di Santa Croce. Under the guidance of a professional wine expert, you will discover the rich history and vibrant flavors of Puglia. This isn't just a drink; it's a sensory masterclass where you’ll taste four premium local wines, each perfectly paired with traditional Salentino delicacies. Whether you're a seasoned oenophile or a curious traveler, this cozy atmosphere offers the perfect setting to relax and sip like a local.

This is a tour designed for wine lovers, that wish to learn more about Salento wines, their production, culture and traditions.

Salento is home to a number of great wines but knowing which wineries to visit takes insider knowledge. With this winery tour and tasting just outside the city of Lecce, discover the traditions of winemaking in this corner of Puglia at a historic family-run boutique cellar. Take a walk through the vineyards to learn about the native grapes and try a variety of red, white, and rosè wines.

I worked for 15 years as a biochemical researcher of wine. Now I have transformed my dream and my passion into an activity dedicated to the world of wine, offering my clients an exclusive experience in the authentic culture of Salento wine. Thanks to my experience of online wine sales matured with my website I know perfectly all the cellars and wines of Salento. And now I want to use all my knowledge to give you the best and most complete wine experience you can find in Salento. Make yourself comfortable because the tour is about to start.

The countryside around Lecce is thick with wineries and olive farms, but reaching these outlying estates is a challenge without a car. With this tasting, sample the best wines and olive oils from the Puglian hills right in the middle of the city. Relax at a local wine bar and sip a number of vintages while snacking on bruschetta and other olive oil-infused snacks.

Discover Salento through its food in a relaxed and welcoming family-run setting. This experience offers a generous selection of local flavors inspired by the culinary traditions of Southern Italy, with dishes prepared according to season and availability. Depending on the day, you may taste local cheeses, cured meats, vegetables and other traditional Salento specialties, accompanied by local wine or a non-alcoholic alternative. team will be happy to introduce the dishes and answer questions about local ingredients and food traditions. Because we work with fresh and seasonal products, the selection may naturally change throughout the year. Relax, enjoy good food and discover genuine Salento hospitality in a warm and informal atmosphere. What makes it special is the combination of generous portions, seasonal ingredients and personal attention from a local team, offering an authentic way to experience Salento’s food culture.

Enjoy a quiet experience away from Lecce's tourist crowds. In a cozy wine bar located in the old town with an inspiring deco, taste Puglia foods and wine with the locals. A special dinner in Lecce with a local sommelier!

Discover the country side of Lecce. Cycle to a local Brewery. Visit the Brewery and learn about the steps of production. TASTE 3 types of beer accompanied by Puglia traditional Snacks. The cycle to and back the Brewery is taking two different routes. You will get to experience the real country side surrounded by olive trees, small villages and beautiful masserias (farm houses). All of this cycling on narrow farmers back roads with no traffic.

The Italian aperitivo is a beloved cultural ritual, designed to "open" the appetite. It is a social tradition focusing on light, often bitter drinks paired with stuzzichini (small bites) that highlight local specialty ingredients. Italians balance the drinks with salty and savory bites to create a "symphony of tastes. Aperitivo hour is the Italian’s happiest hour. An early evening ritual for drinks and small bites before dinner.

Take a break from the beaches and discover Salento’s food and wine, instead. With a private guide, you’ll visit two award-winning Salento wine estates where varietals using the primitivo and malvasia grapes, among others, are produced. As you sip, you’ll learn about viticulture in the region, and enjoy a light lunch either at the winery or nearby. Choose to add on a third winery or a swim stop at Porto Cesareo on your way back to Lecce.

Combining the creative act of decorating with the Italian tradition of aperitivo creates a "dolce vita" moment that perfectly balances productivity with relaxation. This concept focuses on unhurried, enjoyable activity—a "warm-up" for the evening that turns a simple task into a social, sensory experience

This is the only experience of Salento cuisine that offers you a taste of the real typical products of our region. I will be happy to explain to you the whole history and the food and wine culture of Salento while we will prepare lunch or dinner tasting together the best wines of Salento.

Just 15 meters from the sea, on the Salento beach, the restaurant invites you to experience a meeting of seafood cuisine and hospitality. Not just a lunch with a view: a moment to slow down, savor the preparations, and enjoy the sea in front of you. The table is set with colorful ceramics, the flavors of Salentine cuisine, and the atmosphere of the seaside resort are part of the same experience. Here the sea is not just a view, but accompanies your lunch, from arrival to the last bite. It is an experience designed for those who wish to discover Salento through food and treat themselves to a pleasant break on the beach, sharing a table with the people they are traveling with.

Discover the perfect blend of history, culture, and flavor on this full-day tour from Lecce to Taranto and Manduria. Begin your journey with a comfortable hotel pick-up and travel to Taranto, the “City of Two Seas,” where ancient charm meets seaside beauty. Explore the historic center and the renowned MArTA Archaeological Museum, either at your own pace or with an expert local guide (optional). Walk through centuries of history, from Magna Graecia to medieval tales. Next, head to the heart of Puglia’s wine country and arrive at the scenic Masseria Cuturi near Manduria. Surrounded by olive groves and vineyards, enjoy a guided tour of the estate followed by a tasting of three exquisite wines, including the region’s iconic Primitivo. With private transport, stunning landscapes, and authentic experiences, this tour is ideal for curious travelers and wine lovers alike. Return to Lecce relaxed, enriched, and inspired.