Guided Tour and Tasting of Balsamic Vinegar at Acetaia Marchi

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About this activity

Booking a guided tour and tasting at Acetaia Marchi offers a unique experience, immersed in family tradition and the production of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Visitors discover the secrets of the process, tour the aging rooms, and taste a variety of products, exploring culinary pairings to enhance each flavor.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish
Operated by: Arcadia Tour Operator e DMC

Ages: Children (0–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Prestige tasting: Classic plus Parmigiano, sweet-sour jams, Balsamic pearls, optional liqueur/wine
Included: Guided tour (vineyards and aging room)
Included: Classic tasting: 4 PGI Balsamic Vinegars, 2 PDO Traditionals, plus 2 optional condiments

Not included

Not included: Food and beverage not mentioned
Not included: Tips

Itinerary

At the gates of the city of Modena stands Acetaia Marchi, a family-run business focused on producing Balsamic Vinegar. It was 1910 when the ancestors of the Marchi family began keeping barrels of Black Gold in their attic: even back then, such a precious product was universally considered to be of great value. In the vineyards, only native grape varieties are grown, deeply rooted in the traditions of the Modena and Reggio Emilia provinces. Surrounding the estate, you will find rows of both white grapes and red grapes. The grapes are harvested, gently pressed, and then the must obtained is cooked in open-air boilers. The tour continues by guiding guests through one of the aging rooms for Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP. The most widely known of Balsamic Vinegars is made from two ingredients: cooked must and wine vinegar, which are skillfully blended and then aged in wooden barrels. Balsamic Vinegars must age for at least 12 or even 25 years. The tasting includes a wide variety of products from the company’s catalog: in addition to highlighting the taste differences, this phase also delves into explaining possible culinary pairings in great detail.

Stop 1

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Customers must go independently to the indicated meeting point where they will meet the staff.

End point

Customers must go independently to the indicated meeting point where they will meet the staff.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Acetaia Marchi is conveniently located at the gateway to Modena, just 500 meters from the ring road and 5 km from the historic city center, making it quick and easy to reach - and only 4 km from the Enzo Ferrari Museum.
Visitors can enjoy a spacious private parking area with 22 spots available for cars or campers, ensuring a stress-free arrival.
The parking area is equipped with two charging stations for electric vehicles, ideal for eco-friendly travelers.
Throughout your visit, you’ll be accompanied by four highly specialized guides who speak five foreign languages: English, French, German, Spanish, and Polish.