EXPERIENCE THE VOLCANO
ENJOY Etna winemaking area
Come and join us at Passopisciaro in the heart of the Etna winemaking area.
We will show you our family winery and the cellars where we look after our barrels, our vineyards and the volcanic landscape.
Taste the produce of a unique land – bubbles and good wine
with a selection of typical dishes and products from the Etna region.
FEEL LIKE ONE OF THE FAMILY
A visit to the Antichi Vinai 1877 winery lets you experience and discover an ancient art in a unique, beautiful landscape where Mount Etna holds centre stage.
You can feel the family history in the air at every step in this place full of memories and hard work. We will share the story of the Gangemi family, inseparable from the story of the wine we have produced here for over a century.
We want you to feel – as much as possible – at home.

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THE BARREL-CELLARS
Cut into the lava basalt, the cellars are located in the best zone of the ETNA DOC area.
The first ageing cellar is a silent “waiting room”. It holds a wide variety of barrels where wines mature for years in a space that protects their repose.
In the second, like a little sanctuary, you’ll be amazed at our older oak and chestnut barrels, imposingly middle-aged (some are already 50 years old).
THE VIEW
The tasting takes place in the living area, which has a stunning view across the Alcantara Valley, where you can see extinct craters and vineyards spread across ancient lava hills. The show is truly spectacular.
Book your visit to us in whatever way suits you, staying with friends or with the family.
If you need more information, call us on 379 2355566 or email us at tasting@antichivinai.it.

Click on Experiences to discover the offers we have for you.
ETNA EXPERIENCE CLASSIC
You will taste three wines, accompanied by typical local products.
ETNA EXPERIENCE CLASSIC
WHAT’S INCLUDED: The guided tour + 3 wines accompanied by local cold meat and cheese, with bread.
WHAT YOU CAN TASTE: You can choose any 3 of these labels: Petralava Etna white, Petralava Etna red, Petralava Etna rosé, Nerosubianco, Asanguefreddo, Bollenere, Neromosso. We normally advise the tasting order but if you have specific wines you want to taste we will try to arrange that.
A suggestion: for a small supplement, you can also try some of the family’s Reserve wines (Koinè, D’A, 1877).
ALLOW: 1-1½ hours.
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: minimum of 4.
LANGUAGES: Italian and English.
You can book this experience in advance or even on the day; we’ll fit you in between groups to reduce waiting times as much as possible.
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ETNA EXPERIENCE PLUS
Why wait? Book now for an exciting and unforgettable taste experience.
ETNA EXPERIENCE PLUS
WHAT’S INCLUDED: guided tour + 3 wines accompanied by two types of cold meat, two cheeses and other local produce, and bread.
WHAT YOU CAN TASTE: If you have no particular requests or interest in a specific wine, we suggest the labels Petralava Etna white, Petralava Etna red, Petralava Etna rosé, Nerosubianco, Asanguefreddo, Bollenere, Neromosso.
For a small supplement you can also try some of the family’s Reserve wines (Koinè, D’A, 1877).
ALLOW: 1½-2 hours.
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: minimum of 4.
LANGUAGES: Italian and English.
Book right up to the day before you arrive at the winery, you’ll be welcome!
ETNA EXPERIENCE PREMIUM
The Etna Experience Premium tasting is just what you need. You will try three of our wines matched with typical local appetisers and, if you wish, a second course.
ETNA EXPERIENCE PREMIUM
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Offer 1) guided visit + 3 wines + 10 typical Sicilian appetisers
Offer 2) guided visit + 4 wines + 10 typical Sicilian appetisers + second course
WHAT YOU CAN TASTE: If you are not interested in a specific wine, we suggest Petralava Etna white, Petralava Etna red, Petralava Etna rosé, Nerosubianco, Asanguefreddo, Bollenere, Neromosso.
We normally advise the tasting order but if you have specific wines you want to taste we will try to arrange that.
For a small supplement, you can also try some of the family’s Reserve wines (Koinè, D’A, 1877).
ALLOW: 2-2½ hours.
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: minimum of 5.
LANGUAGES: Italian and English.
Why wait? Book now for an exciting and unforgettable taste experience.
ETNA EXPERIENCE FULL
Get to know Etna and its unique landscape which creates wines of authentic character, recognised all over the world. Wear comfortable shoes and book your experience in advance.
We’re expecting you!
ETNA EXPERIENCE FULL
Working with young local expert environmental and tourist guides, we have arranged two treks on the North slope of Etna, a few miles from the winery.
We organise two excursion routes to take before or after the tasting. If you want to do both walks, the day will begin with the “Perfect eruption” activity, followed by the tasting, the winery tour and the second excursion along the Alcantara river.
1) “PERFECT ERUPTION” route: excursion to the 2002 eruption vents. About 6 kilometres (3¾ miles) of scenic trekking to see the craters of the eruption that destroyed Piano Provenzana and the Etna North tourist centre attached to it in October 2002. Visit a lava flow cave, a geological formation typical of the Etna area.
Curious to know why we call it the “perfect” eruption?
2) “ALCANTARA” route: an excursion to various points of the Alcantara River to see the many-shaped beauties of the watercourse as it runs through the lava. Visit wonderful panoramic views, like the little Gole (gorges) and Gurne (small lakes) of the Alcantara.
You can choose just one excursion or both and combine it with one of our winery experiences (Etna Experience Classic/Plus/Premium).
ALLOW:
– 1 trek + winery experience – around 5 hours
– 2 treks + winery experience – around 8 hours.
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: minimum of 4.
LANGUAGES: Italian, English and Spanish.
Wear comfortable shoes and book your experience in advance. We’re expecting you!
ETNA COOKING CLASS EXPERIENCE
Which would you prefer?
The Etna cooking class experience is a unique gastronomic course.
Grab your apron and book your experience early.
ETNA COOKING CLASS EXPERIENCE
Book right up to the day before you arrive at the winery, you’ll be welcome!
Enjoy a fun and original time learning to cook two main courses and a dessert with one of the best chefs of the Etna region. The Etna cooking class experience is a unique gastronomic course. And when the dishes are ready, we will guide you in the choice of wines to partner them.
The cooking class offers dishes such as fresh pasta, arancini (croquettes), parmigiana (a dish cooked with tomatoes and cheese), Messina-style meat involtini (roulades), cannoli (stuffed pastries) or cassatelle (turnovers) filled with ricotta cheese.
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: minimum of 5.
ALLOW: around 4 hours
LANGUAGES: Italian and English.
CELEBRATE AT THE WINERY
We care about your celebration and will do our utmost to make it special.
Gather your friends in a unique spot and give them an experience of rare taste and beauty.
CELEBRATE AT THE WINERY
We love taking care of our guests and giving them the independence to decide which wines to serve during the meal. Do you already have a trusted catering company? We’re happy to welcome them.
For further information or clarification, call us on (+39) 0942 983232 or email tasting@antichivinai.it.
GIFT AN EXPERIENCE
Buy an Antichi Vinai Gift Card and give someone a unique sensory experience –We can discuss which experience is best for your loved one. Call us on (+39) 0942 983232 or send an mail.
GIFT AN EXPERIENCE
The Card is a great gift, valid for a year from the date of purchase. The recipient can book any of the Etna Experience activities (Classic, Plus, Premium, Full or Cooking Class). We’ll send it to you by email.