SEASONAL TOURS
Atelier of Taste Irpinia lavender
June 29 & July 8/13/20, 2024
Join us at the Cavalier Pepe Estate for an unique and complete sensory journey in our lavender fields.
ACTIVITY
The Event
Join us at the Cavalier Pepe Estate for an unique and complete sensory journey in our lavender fields.
During the experience we will: discover the different qualities of lavender, such as its medicinal and healing properties, as well as the cultivation methods; collect it directly from the field; learn the techniques of drying and distillation; and create a personalized aromatic bag.
In the evening, enjoy a relaxing aperitif, dinner, and panoramic view of sunset at our restaurant, La Veduta, with a special menu that includes oil and lavender mousse , created in collaboration with Chef Anna Chiavazzo.
THE DAY
Full Programm
Afternoon
Arrive at the Winery We will welcome you with coffee, juices and pies.
Guided tour of the winery with explanations of the winemaking and aging process
Walk aboard the estate vineyards and olive groves and onwards through the lavender fields of the “Lavanda d’Irpinia” farm.
- Description of the various types of lavender and cultivation methods
- Discussion of the medicinal and healing properties
- Lavender harvest
- Transformation of lavender with illustration of distillation and drying techniques
- Craft of a personal aromatic bag
Aperitif on hay bales along the crest of the hill with Oro Spumante with lavender, savory pies and baked pizzas.
Evening
Dinner (Optional): Upon reservation, the experience continues at La Veduta restaurant.
with a special menu based upon lavender with the collaboration of Chef Anna Chiavazzo and paired with wines from Tenuta Cavalier Pepe.
The evening will be enlivened by the musical group “Poterico.”
Lunch
Menu
Mixed salad with figs and first salt Seasoned with lavender oil
Ricotta ravioli with lemon zest and lavender foam
Black suckling pig cooked at low temperature on white lettuce and caramelized reduction of Refiano
Tocchetto di Carmasciano with lavender honey
Mascarponata custard with buffalo ricotta, chocolate biscuit, fleur de sel and lavender
There are menus for children and for special dietary needs.
Menu can change following the seasons.
The winery has an indoor play area for your children. They will also receive a meat & cheese board and are invited to take part in an educational workshop and marmalade blind tasting.
Book now
Come to the event
Adult
€40
Afternoon activities and aperitif
Teenager
€ 20
Afternoon activities and aperitif
Children
€ 20
Afternoon activities and aperitif
Adult
€ 95
Complete activities, aperitif and dinner
Teenager
€ 75
Complete activities, aperitif and dinner
Children
€40
Complete activities, aperitif and dinner*
*Children will enjoy a first course, second course and dessert.
