Best of · CHEESE AND CHARCUTERIE BOARDS IN ITALY
A shortlist you could hand a friend: 7 cheese and charcuterie boards in Italy, each with what it costs, how long it takes and what the people who went actually said.
Taste four Italian wines with local cheese, charcuterie, and expert guidance at Capitan Drake in Como, a friendly small-group experience.
“My mother and I had a wonderful time learning about the wines of Italy, and the meat and cheese board was to die for. A little off the beaten path but worth it! We even got to taste some homemade tiramisu and dessert wine.”
Taste three Lazise wines with homemade vegetables, cheese, charcuterie, and bread at a welcoming family farm near Lake Garda.
“The tour was a perfect low key relaxing experience for our family. Our young children could play safely, look at animals and munch on delicious appertivo snacks. The wine was delicious and our guide had a personal relationship with the wines.”
Tour Orvieto’s Madonna del Latte winery, explore Etruscan cellars, and taste four wines with local cheese and charcuterie.
“We had a wonderful experience on our vineyard wine tour of Madonna del Latte, tucked away in the hills of Sugano. From the moment we arrived, Anna greeted us with warmth and genuine hospitality, setting the tone for a truly memorable afternoon. The tour was both informative and relaxed, offering stunning views of the vineyard and fascinating insight into the winemaking process. Anna shared stories not just of the vines, but of Leon's family history of winemaking and the land itself — including its alleged Etruscan links. Walking through the vineyards with that historical context made the experience feel even more timeless and rooted in tradition. The tasting that followed…”
Taste four or seven Italian wines with cheese and cured meats at a Como enoteca, guided by a sommelier in a small-group setting.
“Super accueil. Notre guide (Sandu) était d’une sympathie et d’une gentillesse énorme. Nous avons adoré degusté les vins ainsi que manger la charcuterie preparée sur place. A faire si vous êtes à Côme”
Taste Brunello and Rosso di Montalcino from barrel, with Tuscan meats, cheese, olive oil, and vineyard views for $46.
“Everything was perfect! Gianni (sorry if I spell it wrong) was incredible. He and his family run everything in the vineyard, he’s very passionate about what he does and he answers all of our questions. Wines are delicious, the place is small and intimate and you get to learn so much!! Would totally recommend it!!”
Taste Tuscan cheeses, cured meats, artisan bread, and organic wines, bubbles, or craft beer in Florence’s Oltrarno district.
“Wine was great! Owners talked us thru the cheese, meats and wine. Busy place! People were.coming in for wine tasting and cooking classes.”
Taste six Lazio cheeses, six local cold cuts, and two artisan wines inside Testaccio’s urban aging cave in Rome.
“We booked the cheese, meat and wine tasting at 55 euro each and it was fantastic. After a brief explanation of the cave we were sat down and presented with 4 wines at our own pace and a lovely selection of 6 Cheeses and 5 meats. The wine was the best Lazio wine we have tasted and the measures were generous, totalling about a bottle of wine across the 4 glasses.”
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