The most import wine tourism event that takes place in Italy
Tastings of wine and typical products in summer Italian squares
Welcome Harvest: one Sunday of September to discovery harvest spirit
St. Martins Day: together with a tasting of local seasonal products.
Christmas at a wine cellar: the last event of the year. |
Hospitality Code of Conduct: Three leaves
To achieve the certification
“THREE LEAVES” all of the following requirements must be satisfied (considered invariable):
SPACE AND SERVICE
- Signage that conforms to the roadway code, situated in the vicinity of the establishment to facilitate finding it with ease.
- A visible entrance sign to the establishment.
- A location for the initial welcome and reception of clients that is proportional to the required capacity of the visit.
- An area equipped for tastings with enough seating relative to the reception capacity of the visit.
- Hygienic washroom space available to the visitors that is adequate to the stated reception capacity, with sanitary requirements conforming to public usage.
- A placquard that identifies the winery/distillery as a member of the Wine Tourism Movement and states the information relative to its reception (days and hours of operation), posted at the establishment’s entrance within the year of its verified certification.
- Clean areas and surroundings for visitors that are clear of elements that could constitute obstacles or be dangerous for the guests (equipment or materials that may cause an obstruction).
METHOD
- Carry out the initial welcome with familiarity, making the guests feel comfortable (make water and the possibility of using washrooms available).
- Make available only pre-packaged wines/spirits for visitors.
- Make at least one type of tasting glass available.
- Verbally clarify whether or not payment is required for tastings.
STAFF
- The welcoming employee must have a good level of knowledge about the establishment, its products and its working procedures.
- They must understand and know how to hold a technical tasting.
- Moreover, they must be courteous, professional and able to hold a tour of the workings of the winery/distillery, as well as offering tastings of the wines/spirits produced.
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