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Sipping History: Discover Ancient Roman Wines
4.9(10)Pompeii2 hours
VIATOR5.0(3)TRIPADVISOR4.9(7)
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At a glance
Duration
2 hours
Price from
$77 / person
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 10 reviews
Languages
EN, FR, ES
Group
Private
Cancellation
See policy below
Meeting point
By train (Circumvesuviana)
From Naples, take the line to Poggiomarino- Scafati, get off at Pompeii.
Exit Pompei Station, turn right, then right again.
After passing the railway crossing, continue for about 600 meters and turn left into Via Antonio
Segni. Keep straight.
The tour is a unique sensorial journey into history, designed to discover the Bosco de’ Medici estate and its winemaking tradition. More than just a tasting, it is a voyage through time, exploring the deep connection between the land, the ancient city of Pompeii, and its food and wine culture.
What makes this experience truly special is the revival of ancient Roman winemaking techniques: we produce wines in amphora, just as the Romans once did, bringing back the authentic flavors of the past. Paired with a lunch inspired by original recipes from Ancient Rome, this experience is a real immersion into history — a way to taste, smell, and live the Roman heritage.
The tour includes a private guided visit, a tasting of our wines, and a food experience that bridges the past and the present.
Tour Options
Ancient Pompeii Menu
Tour of the property
Wine tasting and lunch
Itinerary
Admission included120 min
The tour is a sensorial journey into the Bosco de’ Medici estate, where history, wine, and tradition come together. More than a simple tasting, it is a real immersion into the past: guests will explore the 18th-century farmhouse, the experimental vineyard, the Necropolis of 79 AD, the winemaking and refining rooms with barrels and amphorae, where wines are still produced following ancient Roman techniques. The experience is enriched by a lunch inspired by recipes from Ancient Pompeii, bringing back authentic flavors from 2,000 years ago.
Menu
Welcome in the Cellar: Tasting of DOP olive oil with bruschetta
De’ Medici Starter: “Hordeum” salad with shrimp, garden vegetables, and brewed sauce
First Course: Smoked tuna, mesclun, citrus sauce, and pumpkin in bittersweet
Second Course: Suckling pig with wild herbs and seasonal vegetables
Dessert: Ancient wheat cake with wild cherries, blackberries, and black currants
Wines: 4 Wines + 1 Sparkling Wine
Highlights
Bottled water
Private tour
Wine tasting
Gratuities
Food tasting
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Private tour
Wine tasting
Gratuities
Food tasting
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
4.9
10 reviews
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sipping History: Discover Ancient Roman Wines take?
Sipping History: Discover Ancient Roman Wines lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Sipping History: Discover Ancient Roman Wines cost?
Prices start at $77 per person for this Pompeii experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Sipping History: Discover Ancient Roman Wines for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is By train (Circumvesuviana)
From Naples, take the line to Poggiomarino- Scafati, get off at Pompeii.
Exit Pompei Station, turn right, then right again.
After passing the railway crossing, continue for about 600 meters and turn left into Via Antonio
Segni. Keep straight.
. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Sipping History: Discover Ancient Roman Wines offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(10)
1
195leslied
August 24, 2026
Dream Team!
What an amazing experience at the winery this evening! Started with a vineyard tour and then a wine tasting paired with a wonderful meal. Roberto, Alessandro, and Alfonso worked together to make sure we had everything we needed for a perfect night. The resort itself is wonderful, but having a delicious meal in my experience is fantastic! We highly recommend this wonderful experience.
Operator response
Dear Guest,
thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed every part of your experience, from the vineyard tour and wine tasting to the delicious meal. It is especially rewarding to know that Roberto, Alessandro, and Alfonso helped make your evening truly special.
We are thrilled that you appreciated not only our resort but also the food and wine experience we strive to offer our guests. Your kind words and recommendation mean a great deal to our entire team.
We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable evening soon!
Best regards,
Margherita
H
HeidiLaF
July 9, 2026
Relaxing not to be missed wonderful experience!
What a wonderful experience! We started our lunch with Prosecco and a brief history of the winery and wine making. Then we were escorted into a grapevine covered patio where we tasted 4 wines plus a special sparkling champagne. This included appetizers , fresh bread and a wonderful pasta dish along with limoncello as a digestif. Anthony, our sommelier was knowledgeable, spoke great English and was funny and entertaining. I wish I could do it all again!! I even ordered a case of wine to be shipped back to the US.
Operator response
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the entire experience—from the Prosecco and history tour to the pasta on the patio. Anthony will be delighted to know his humor and wine knowledge made your visit so memorable.
We truly appreciate your support and hope your case of wine arrives safely in the US so you can enjoy a taste of our winery at home! We would love to welcome you back anytime.
Best regards,
Margherita
G
Giuseppe L
May 3, 2026
PERFECT
Great experience. Both the guy who accompanied us in the vineyards, both the waiter Alessandro were very kind and extremely helpful. Very good wines and wonderful place. Just perfect. ❤️
Operator response
Grazie di cuore per le tue bellissime parole! Ci fa un immenso piacere sapere che il tour nei vigneti e il servizio del nostro Alessandro siano stati all'altezza delle tue aspettative. Passione e disponibilità sono i pilastri del nostro lavoro, e leggere che tutto è stato 'semplicemente perfetto' ci riempie di orgoglio. Ti aspettiamo presto per un altro calice tra i filari!
Cordiali saluti,
Margherita
C
carloz343
April 1, 2024
Lunch amidst Roman history
Unique experience, between history, nature and culinary journey. Excellent food, from starters to desserts. Even though it was Easter Monday where people tend to eat badly everywhere, we found no faults here. Super helpful staff ready to satisfy our every request. The tour in the vineyards with Mrs. Maddalena was nice, friendly, professional but above all expert. To redo. Five stars deserved
Operator response
Gentile cliente,
La ringraziamo di vero cuore per aver dedicato il suo prezioso tempo per condividere la recente esperienza presso la Winery Bosco de' Medici a Pompei.
Siamo felici di leggere che lo stile unico e ricercato della nostra struttura sia stato di suo gradimento.
Location, staff, servizio e ristorazione del Bosco de' Medici a sono a sua disposizione se vorrà darci il piacere di accoglierla nuovamente qui.
Cordiali Saluti,
Margherita
M
maxbH1047CM
October 30, 2023
Great winery
Great wine tasting with sommelier, great winery with wonderful outdoor facilities. Anyone who appreciates wines with class and is willing to spend the right amount of money will leave happy
Operator response
Dear Guest,
On behalf of the whole team of Bosco de' Medici Winery it is a real pleasure to transmit you my most sincere gratefulness for taking your time and sharing your experience with us and the rest of Tripadvisor's community.
We all want to thank you for your warm words regarding the service and our facilities, since achieving the maximum satisfaction of our customers is our daily motivation.
We sincerely thank you for your special mention to our staff, with no doubt they are the ones that make the difference.
We are all looking forward to welcoming you back soon!
Greetings from the heart,
Margherita
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43boots
August 8, 2022
Great Wine Tasting in the Shadow of Mount Vesuvius
We had a great time tasting wine at the Ancient Pompeii Tasting. We started our experience with a visit to the Vineyard where we saw the grapes used to make the wine we were about to taste. We even had the opportunity to see an active archaeological dig on the outskirts of the site, which was an unexpected bonus. The tour guide was friendly and spoke English very well. The tour finished in the winery, where we posed for photos with wine amphoras and sampled the sparkling wine. The food was excellent and the wines well paired. They were particularly good at accommodating my nut allergy, which I appreciated greatly. The setting was the real showstopper; we ate in the shade of grape vines, which really added to the experience of the wine tasting. Overall, I would highly recommend a trip here is visiting Pompeii and it is a real change in pace from the more touristy areas of the city. Just bear in mind, if arriving on foot, it is around a 40 minute walk from Pompeii main station so make sure to factor in time.
Operator response
Dear Guest,
We are grateful to you for choosing to spend your recent visit in Pompeii at our Winery, Bosco de' Medici and for the time spent in sharing your feelings about.
We are glad to know how much you enjoyed your experience with us.
We look forward to welcoming you back soon to our place in Pompeii, to let you enjoy again our wine and food.
Warmest Regards,
Margherita
A
Alba M
August 2, 2022
Fantastic
Excellent family experience. We loved the wines. Clement is exceptional. Tasting under the vineyards has been an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!
Operator response
Dear Guest,
We are grateful to you for choosing to spend your recent visit in Pompeii at our Winery, Bosco de' Medici and for the time spent in sharing your feelings about.
We are glad to know how much you enjoyed your experience with us.
We look forward to welcoming you back soon to our place in Pompeii, to let you enjoy again our wine and food.
Warmest Regards,
Margherita
N
Natasha_K
March 29, 2022
Lovely Experience
My friend and I absolutely loved the tour of the property given by Christian. He was super sweet and friendly and started our entire experience there off on a good note. Overall the entire experience was wonderful and the whole staff was exceptionally kind and accommodating.
Operator response
Dear Guest,
We are grateful to you for choosing to spend your recent visit in Pompeii at our Winery, Bosco de' Medici and for the time spent in sharing your feelings about.
We are glad to know how much you enjoyed your experience with us.
We look forward to welcoming you back soon to our place in Pompeii, to let you enjoy again our wine and food.
Warmest Regards,
Margherita
C
Christine_S
January 26, 2020
Beautiful tour and tasing.
Beautiful tour. Very informative, the staff had extensive knowledge of local history and the grape growing and wine making process. Must do when visiting Pompeii. Fantastic wines and delicious food.
