Open metal tea strainers and loose tea leaves scattered on a dark table

Let them steep

Friday, November 27, starting at 6:30 p.m. An evening when wine takes a back seat and lets tea take center stage.
2 hours
·
45 €
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Let them steep

For one evening, let’s put wine on the back burner and make room for another drink that, upon closer inspection, resembles it more than you might think. Wine plays the important role of the common thread.

Ciro Fontanesi, one of Italy’s leading experts on tea culture and Eastern herbal infusions, will host the evening. Together with him, we’ll discover that behind every cup lies a specific region, an altitude, a climate, and a harvest that varies from year to year: tea has a terroir, a vintage, and a character, just like wine.

We’ll start with green tea and black tea; then we’ll move on to the aromatics counter: petals, zest, berries, and herbs. There will be an entire table of scents to explore, where everyone can choose their favorite, taste it, and add or remove ingredients to create their own custom blend.

In the meantime, alongside the cups, the wineglasses will arrive, and we’ll begin to discover the bridges between the two worlds. The same scents interpreted in two different languages: once you’ve recognized them, you’ll find them everywhere.

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A glass of amber-colored tea on a saucer resting on a wooden table

What Happens During the Evening

1

The Origins of Tea

Let's explore green tea and black tea: where they come from, how they're processed, and how they taste, with guidance from Ciro Fontanesi.
2

Your blend

Flowers, fruits, and herbs are laid out on the table to smell and choose from: everyone creates their own tea by blending the different aromas, and then we share our stories.
3

Tea and Wine

Cups and wineglasses side by side: let’s taste our wines and find the tea that most closely resembles each one, aroma by aroma.
4

Tea Becomes Your Christmas Gift

The blend you've created goes home with you as a memento of the evening or as a personalized Christmas gift.

Useful Information

Participants

Maximum of 16 people. Please let us know if you have any special needs!

Languages

Italian. The event will be held in Italian.

Parking

As much as you like, at the office. If you're coming by bus or coach, let us know in advance!

Children & Animals

You're always welcome—just let us know in advance.

A Few Questions Before You Visit Us

We've compiled the most common questions—feel free to write to us if you can think of any others!

Where are we?

We're located at Casali Ottelio 4 in Premariacco (UD): just look us up on Google Maps and you'll find us!

Do I need to make a reservation?

Yes, this is an event with limited seating: we’ll prepare the flavors for each person’s blend and a package to take home. Message us on WhatsApp or book your spot on this page.

How long does it last?

About two hours. As always, no one is in a hurry.

I don't know anything about tea. Is that a problem?

On the contrary. You start with the basics, and all you need is curiosity: Ciro knows how to explain things without making you feel like you're in school.

What if I'm with someone who doesn't drink wine?

This might be the perfect evening: tea takes center stage. Let us know in advance, and we’ll provide an alternative to the wine glasses.

What if we have food intolerances or allergies?

Please contact us in advance and let us know if you have any allergies to flowers, nuts, or spices—we’ll tailor our selection of aromas to your needs.

Can I give this evening as a gift to someone?

Sure! In the booking box above, select “Give as a Gift” instead of “Book”: you’ll receive a gift certificate for this event that you can give to whoever you want.

Why Visit Us

Find out what people are saying about us—maybe they'll convince you, too.
A flawlessly run winery! I was lucky enough to experience and learn about the meticulous process of winemaking!
Luca G.
I went with a couple of friends for a simple wine tasting, and I came home with two bottles of Friulano and a big smile on my face. Mara and Nicola are such genuine people; they make you feel like a guest in their home, not just another customer to be dealt with. It was one of those days you remember—and that make you want to come back.
Martina B.
Nicola is always such a welcoming host, and you can really see and feel the care and passion he puts into everything he does. The new location is beautiful and definitely worth a visit, and the wines are excellent, of course. Highly recommended!
Pascal K.

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Would you like to give this experience as a gift to someone?
Buy a gift certificate

In the booking box above, select “Give as a Gift” instead of “Book”: you’ll immediately receive a gift certificate for this event that you can give to whoever you want.
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