Ancient Rome brought the vine beyond the Alps. The other side of the Alps treasured it and brought it back to us. We have the task of exalting it and we have done it in the wines of Vinea Domini. Today our goal is to enhance the native vines and Doc/ Docg of Lazio, giving them the right recognition they deserve.
The first words spoken by Pope Benedict XVI immediately after his election were: “After the great Pope John Paul II the cardinals elected me, a simple and humble worker in the Lord’s vineyard”.. Words that deeply affected the managers of the Gotto d’Oro winery, cultivating in they the idea that the inspiring “Lord’s vineyard” could be their own vineyards, those of the Castelli Romani near Castel Gandolfo, summer residence much loved by Pope Benedict. It is born here the name Vinea Domini for the new line of wines that had to represent the absolute excellence of Lazio.
LOCATION: LAZIO
GOTTO D’ORO VINEA DOMINI Winery,
just 35 minutes drive from Rome city center,
Via Divino Amore, 347,
00047 Marino (Rome)
SUPERSTARS OF THE EXPERIENCE:
- The visit to the Papal Palace and Gardens of Castel Gandolfo
- The tailor-made menu and Vinea Domini wines in perfect combination
TOP WINES OF THE EXPERIENCE:
- Luca Maroni’s guide 94 pts “CESANESE del PIGLIO”
- Luca Maroni’s guide 93 pts “CHARDONNAY”
Native & International
The volcanic nature of the land surrounding Rome magnificently enhance the varietal of our international vins: 3 whites Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Viognier, and 3 reds Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Petit Verdot, deliberately never in contact with the wood for an immediate and pleasant recognition of the grapes vinified alone. In the same territory, native wines such as Malvasia Puntinata, Frascati, Cesanese have always been produced… in this case our vineyards are very old, of a traditional nature and therefore ensure perfect recognition and intensity to the Vinea Domini wines.
- Meeting with your Ambassador and welcome coffee or aperitif
- Private view of the very modern hightech Gotto d’Oro winery
- Private visit of the surrounding vineyards • Visit the Papal Palace and Castel Gandolfo Gardens
- Tasting of our line of excellence Vinea Domini and mini training course on wine and wine-food pairing
- Lunch in the company with our chef, menu created by the chef specifically for the perfect pairing and exaltation of the top wines of the Vinea Domini line
The Pontifical Palace in Castel Gandolfo
The Pontifical Palace has been transformed into a museum that preserves artifacts related to the history of the Vatican, such as the costumes and cars of the former popes. Tourists have access to the marble-floored papal apartments, the papal portrait gallery, the summer office, and even the private bedroom.
Barberini Gardens (The Papal Gardens)
The masterfully maintained Papal Gardens are a sight to behold. Whatever time of year you visit, you will be greeted by lush greenery all around. You can relax in the shade of the Giardino Della Madonnina which was designed in 1933 at the behest of Pope Pius XI. Don’t miss the historic sculptures as you enjoy the view of the Belvedere Garden.
The Papal Gardens are the perfect blend of natural beauty, landscape design and archaeological ruins.
THE PERFECT PAIRING MENÙ
Our chef will offer you a menu that varies seasonally, all dishes of the best Roman and Lazio tradition, revisited to make them perfect pairing with Vinea Domini wines…
Just a few examples of famous dishes:
Ariccia porchetta, fried cod, pinzimonio, gnocchi alla romana, lasagna with meat sauce, stuffed cannelloni, rigatoni with pajata, pasta and chickpeas, pasta carbonara, amatriciana and gricia, oxtail, tripe, chicory with anchovies, artichokes alla Giudia, sautéed chicory and stuffed courgette flowers.
ON REQUEST:
– FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING IN LUXURY CAR, LIMO, VAN OR HELICOPTER with English speaking professional driver/pilot. Departure from any main location, example Rome, Civitavecchia, Livorno, La Spezia, Milan, Florence, Bologna, Venice, Verona, Garda Lake, etc.
– PRO Photographer/videomaker
– Mr. Marco Tenerini as your “emotional storytelling guide” for the whole day.