Wine and olive oil tasting & farm tour

The best part of this Lucca farm visit is the combination of five wines, olive oil, and local food in a peaceful hill setting. After a short walk around the property, you settle into a panoramic tasting room where Antonella, Barbara, or another host explains how the farm works.

I like two things right away: you get a real sense of the countryside instead of only sitting at a tasting counter, and lunch is included in the $43.25 price. The bread, cheeses, bruschetta, and other local produce turn this into more than a series of small pours. The main caution is simple: this is chiefly a wine tasting with one olive oil, not a detailed olive oil production tour.

Key points to know before you book

• Five wines and one olive oil: The tasting gives wine the larger share of attention, with food served alongside it.
• A short farm walk: You may see vineyards, olive trees, gardens, and the courtyard, though the walk can be shortened on very busy days.
• Lunch is included: Expect bread, cheese, bruschetta, and typical local produce with the tasting.
• Panoramic setting: The tasting room and terrace look over the surrounding countryside and add real pleasure to the visit.
• Small-group format: The experience is generally limited to 10 people, though the booking information also gives a maximum of 12.
• Easy cancellation: You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time.

A country break just outside Lucca

Azienda Agricola Colle di Bordocheo sits at Via di Piaggiori Basso 123 in Capannori, a short trip from Lucca. This is the sort of outing that gives you a welcome change from stone streets, churches, and city crowds without asking you to sacrifice much time.

The setting does much of the work. You are surrounded by vines, olive trees, gardens, and open views. The property has a courtyard and a tasting room designed to make the most of its position above the surrounding area. On a hot day, the covered patio can be especially useful, letting you enjoy the food and views in shade.

The experience is advertised at about one hour, but the actual visit may stretch longer depending on the pace of the walk, the number of pours, and the conversation around lunch. Some descriptions from past visits put it closer to an afternoon outing or a couple of hours. I would avoid scheduling a train, museum entry, or other fixed appointment immediately afterward.

The short walk through the farm

The visit begins with a brief walk around the property. Its purpose is not exercise. It gives you a look at the setting and helps explain how vines and olive trees fit into local farm life.

You may learn about the care of the olive trees, grapevines, and other crops such as fava beans. The walk also provides useful context for the tasting. Wine and oil make more sense when you have first seen the land where they are produced.

This part is worth keeping in proportion. It is a short walk, not a full agricultural tour. One visit did not include the walk because the farm was extremely busy, and the host acknowledged that this was not ideal. If the outdoor portion is the main reason you are booking, ask about it when you arrive.

The walk can also vary with conditions. Hot weather may make the shaded areas more appealing, while a busy service period may shift attention toward the tasting room. Still, even a quick look around the vines and olive groves adds something that a city wine bar cannot provide.

Five wines, one olive oil, and a generous table

The central part of the experience takes place in a panoramic room with broad views over the area. Here you taste five wines and one olive oil, while your guide explains the farm’s methods and the stages of production.

The wine selection is the main event. This matters if you are comparing this outing with other farm visits around Tuscany. Someone hoping to spend most of the session on olive oil will probably find the balance disappointing, while someone who wants several wines with food will find the format more satisfying.

The oil is served with bread and is given enough attention to make it worth trying carefully. You can compare its flavor with the cheeses and other food on the table, rather than treating it as a quick sample. Several past visitors considered the olive oil the best they had tasted during their trip, but the amount of oil remains limited to one product.

Food is not an afterthought here. The table can include local cheeses, fresh bread, bruschetta, and other typical dishes and produce. One family described the covered patio as a welcome escape from a humid day, while another particularly enjoyed the combination of savory food and the wine pours.

At $43.25 per person, the included lunch makes a difference. A basic wine tasting can easily feel expensive when it comes with only a few samples. Here, you are paying for the food, the setting, the farm explanation, and the time with a small group. It is a fair price for a short countryside experience, especially if you value a meal as part of the outing.

Guides who make the visit personal

The people leading the tasting are a major part of its appeal. Antonella is repeatedly described as warm, clear, and easy to understand in English. Barbara also receives praise for her friendly manner and for explaining wine, olive oil, and local traditions in a relaxed way.

The best guides do not simply list grape varieties or production steps. They connect the products to the family farm, the work in the fields, and the food on your plate. You can ask questions about the vines, olive trees, organic farming, or how the products are made.

The farm is described as organic, a detail that is not always obvious from the basic tour information. If this matters to you, ask your guide to explain the farm’s methods. The amount of detail will depend on the guide and the flow of the group.

English is offered, and the guides have been praised for speaking it very well. That makes the experience more useful for visitors who want to understand the process rather than simply taste without context.

You may also receive practical food tips for the rest of your time in Italy. One guide shared suggestions about local dishes and helped connect the tasting to the wider food culture. This kind of informal advice is one reason a small farm visit can feel more personal than a large organized excursion.

Views, shade, and the pace of the afternoon

The panoramic room is one of the strongest features. You are not tasting in an anonymous cellar or a crowded shop. The countryside outside gives you a clear sense of place, and the terrace adds a pleasant pause between city sightseeing and dinner.

The setting is especially useful on a hot day. A covered outdoor area has provided shade and comfort during humid weather. That does not make the farm a guaranteed solution for every weather condition, but it gives you a better chance of enjoying the meal at a relaxed pace.

The pace tends to be social. You taste, listen, ask questions, eat, and look out over the property. Do not expect a tightly timed lecture or a rapid succession of samples. The experience works best when you allow the conversation to unfold.

Group size is intended to be small, with no more than 10 people noted among the main features. Elsewhere, the maximum is listed as 12, so the exact number can vary. A smaller group gives you more time to ask about a wine or oil and may make it easier to speak directly with the host.

In at least one case, a small booking became almost a private visit. You should not count on that, but it shows why booking a low-capacity experience can pay off.

Getting there from Lucca

The meeting point is Via di Piaggiori Basso 123, 55012 Capannori LU, Italy. The activity ends at the same place.

Getting to the farm deserves planning. Lucca taxis can be hard to find outside the city, particularly when you need a ride back after the tasting. One group paid 30 euros for a driver for four people, while a minivan arranged for six people cost 45 euros to reach the train station outside Lucca’s walls.

Those examples are not fixed prices, so do not treat them as a formal transfer service. They do show why you should arrange transport before setting out. If you are not driving, ask the farm about current options when you book or before the day of the visit. Relying on finding a taxi after wine tasting is not a good plan.

The return to the same meeting point is convenient if you have your own transport. If you are combining the visit with a train journey, leave extra time for the trip back into Lucca and for the tasting to run beyond the advertised hour.

Who will enjoy this farm tasting most

I would choose this experience if you want a food-focused break from Lucca and like the idea of tasting several wines in a rural setting. It suits couples, families, and small groups who want something easygoing rather than a full-day winery circuit.

It is also a good fit if your group has mixed interests. A wine fan can focus on the five pours, while someone more interested in food can enjoy the cheeses, bread, bruschetta, olive oil, and local dishes. The views and courtyard give non-drinkers something pleasant to enjoy, though the activity is built around wine.

You should think twice if you do not drink wine. One person who wanted an olive oil-centered experience found that wine took up most of the visit. Since the tasting includes five wines and only one olive oil, the balance is clear before you book.

The short walk may also disappoint you if you expect a long farm tour. This is an introduction to the property, followed by tasting and lunch. It is not a full lesson in olive harvesting or a detailed tour of every stage of oil production.

Most people can take part, and service animals are allowed. The activity is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket, so the basic booking process is straightforward.

Cancellation and practical planning

You receive confirmation when you book. Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before the local start time, with a full refund. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund.

Book ahead if your dates are fixed. The experience is often reserved about 23 days in advance, and the small capacity can limit last-minute choices. The high 4.8 rating from 32 ratings and 94 percent recommendation figure also suggest that popular dates may fill before you reach Lucca.

Keep the timing flexible. The stated duration is approximately one hour, but the food, questions, and host-led conversation can extend the visit. I would treat it as a relaxed half-day component rather than a precise one-hour appointment.

Should you book Colle di Bordocheo?

Book it if you want a friendly, small-group wine tasting with real food, strong countryside views, and a personal guide. The price is reasonable because it includes lunch, five wines, one olive oil, and an introduction to the farm’s work.

Do not book it expecting an olive oil specialist tour or a long guided walk through the property. The wine tasting is the clear center of the experience, and the outdoor portion may be brief or occasionally skipped when the farm is very busy.

For most visitors staying in or around Lucca, this is a worthwhile change of pace. Arrange your transport in advance, allow more than the listed hour, and arrive ready to eat as well as taste. If those conditions suit you, Colle di Bordocheo offers an enjoyable way to connect the food in your glass and on your plate with the Tuscan farm that produced it.

FAQ

Where does the wine and olive oil tasting take place?

The meeting point is Azienda Agricola Colle di Bordocheo at Via di Piaggiori Basso 123, 55012 Capannori LU, Italy.

How long does the experience last?

The listed duration is approximately one hour. Past visits have sometimes lasted longer, so allow extra time for the walk, tasting, food, and conversation.

What is included in the tasting?

The experience includes five wines, one olive oil, and a lunch with typical local dishes and produce. Food can include bread, cheeses, bruschetta, and other snacks.

Is this mainly a wine tour or an olive oil tour?

It is mainly a wine tasting. The program includes five wines and one olive oil, so it is not designed as a detailed olive oil-only tour.

Is there a walk around the farm?

A short walk is normally included so you can see the property and learn about the surrounding area. The walk may occasionally be shortened or missed when the farm is very busy.

Is the experience offered in English?

Yes. The experience is offered in English, and guides including Antonella and Barbara have been praised for explaining the farm and products clearly in English.

How many people can join?

The experience is presented as a small-group activity with no more than 10 people. The additional booking information lists a maximum of 12, so the final group size may vary.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded.