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This 8-hour itinerary includes visits to the Stanguellini Museum, the Pavarotti House, and the Horacio Pagani Museum, along with a guided tour of a balsamic vinegar production facility featuring a tasting session. You'll also enjoy a walking tour of Vignola and a complimentary lunch highlighting local cuisine. We’ll start at the Stanguellini Museum to explore Italy’s oldest sports car manufacturer and its historic race cars. Then, we’ll visit Luciano Pavarotti's former home, showcasing memorabilia from the legendary tenor. After a scenic drive to Vignola, we'll witness the traditional crafting of Modena’s balsamic vinegar, savoring its rich flavors. Lunch will feature authentic Modenese delights like tigelle, gnocco fritto, and Torta Barozzi, a decadent chocolate and coffee cake. We'll stroll through Vignola’s charming streets before concluding our day at the Horacio Pagani Museum, where you'll discover the artistry behind these exclusive hypercars with a self-guided tour.

"Acetaia la Vedetta" is immersed in the famous hills of Castelvetro, 6 km from Maranello and 18 from Modena. Let's start with our vineyards which are the basis for obtaining the quality raw material, then we explain all the phases to obtain the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar Dop, of Modena Igp and Balsamic Condiments telling our story. To conclude, there will be a pleasure to taste it both naturally and with a combination of Food, Parmesan 24 months with Dop Vinegar, bruschetta with caramelized onions with igp vinegar, and savoring a good glass of wine. We believe the union between Nature and Man is important and our company is based on this.

Discover the charm of Reggio Emilia, birthplace of the Italian tricolour flag, on this 3.5-hour walking tour blending history, culture, and the flavors of Emilia-Romagna. Walk through the historic center with a local guide and learn about the city’s past, from its Roman origins to its role in Italian unification. Visit Sala del Tricolore, where the Italian flag was first adopted in 1797, and discover the story behind this national symbol. Along the way, taste regional specialties. Enjoy a tasting of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia and, from February to November, sample craft gelato from a local gelateria. The tour ends with a relaxed aperitivo featuring local cured meats, cheeses, and a slice of erbazzone, paired with a glass of regional wine such as Lambrusco or Spergola—a perfect introduction to local flavors. This easy walk covers about 3.5 km through the city center. Comfortable shoes are recommended, and the tour suits families and travelers of all ages.

Live an authentic experience in the Italian Food Valley with a tour dedicated to the gastronomic excellence of Parma, designed for those who love to discover local traditions and flavors. Depart comfortably from Bologna, Florence or Milan with a first class Italo train to Reggio Emilia AV, where a driver will be waiting to take you through the Emilian countryside, the cradle of some of the iconic products of Made in Italy. The first stop is a Parmigiano Reggiano cheese factory: between golden shapes and intense aromas, you will discover the secrets of an ancient processing and participate in a guided tasting of different maturations. Continue with a visit to a Parma ham factory, nestled in the hills where the famous Parma Ham DOP is born. Here you will learn processing and seasoning techniques and conclude with a taste of the fine cured meat. Return to the station in Reggio Emilia for the return journey. An authentic and tasty tour, perfect to discover Parma through its truest flavors.

Balsamic Vinegar is one of the most prestigious gourmet specialties from Emilia-Romagna. Delve into its history and production with this private tour and tasting at a historic villa in the countryside near Reggio Emilia. Connect with a family of balsamic vinegar producers and learn how this unique vinegar is produced over decades in their traditional “acetaia” (vinegar cellar), then sample a number of different aged vinegars with your hosts.

Discover the origin and history of balsamic vinegar on a guided tour of a family-run vinegar cellar in the hills surrounding Modena. This experience offers an authentic look inside a traditional acetaia: from the vineyards to the aging barrels, you’ll gain insight into the patience, craftsmanship and traditions that make this product unique. End your visit with a delicious guided tasting to understand the real differences between traditional and PGI balsamic vinegar and, for a deeper experience, upgrade your visit with an optional meal, aperitif or hands-on cooking class to enjoy the flavors of the Modena countryside. The duration of the visit can vary between 2 and 5 hours, depending on the option selected.

Discover the secrets of Lambrusco Grasparossa DOP and Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena DOP. In our winery you'll learn about Lambrusco production and see first-hand how sparkling wine is made, you'll also discover other nearly forgotten native vines which we have brought back to fruition. Step into our Acetaia, where decades-old barrels hold aging balsamic vinegar. Learn the meticulous process from cooked grape must to long barrel aging. End your journey with a guided tasting, savoring three of our wines and three of our vinegars, paired with Prosciutto di Parma DOP and Parmigiano Reggiano DOP. Experience the passion, tradition, and craftsmanship of Emilia-Romagna's most iconic flavors.