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"I Love Lucy": Grape Stomping Experience

🍇 LUCY GRAPE STOMPING CHALLENGE! 🍇

Famously featured on the TV shows Good Day Sacramento & FOX 40, it's our much-loved and anticipated barefoot grape stomp! Join us as we revive traditional European wine making techniques during this exciting event. 

Channel your inner Lucille Ball and recreate the iconic grape stomping scene!

Come dressed as Lucy Ricardo from the famous “I Love Lucy” grape stomping episode during your harvest experience.

🏆 Grand Prize: Best Lucy Costume Wins a Full Case of Tenuta Torciano Premium Wines!

Contest runs throughout harvest season (August 15th - November 10th). Winner announced at the end of harvest season.


Contest Details:
- Dress as Lucy Ricardo from the famous grape stomping episode
- Extra points awarded for creativity and authenticity

Don't forget your camera! Share with: #LucyAtTorciano #Torciano

Why add the Lucy magic to your harvest day?

Picture this: you're standing in our traditional grape stomping vat, purple juice splashing around your feet, channeling Lucille Ball's legendary enthusiasm while your friends capture every hilarious moment. It's the perfect fusion of authentic Tuscan tradition with television's most beloved comedy scene – creating memories that will have you laughing for years to come!

Your Lucy transformation kit: Pack your red curly wig, authentic 1950s dress, classic pearl necklace, and bold red lipstick. Don't forget to practice those iconic Lucy expressions – "Lucy, you got some 'splainin' to do!" is mandatory! 

Capture every grape-splattered moment: This experience is a photographer's dream! Bring your best camera or smartphone and prepare for endless entertainment. From the initial stomping splash to those perfect Lucy facial expressions, every moment offers social media gold. Your travel companions will be fighting over who gets the best action shots of your television tribute!

I Love Lucy - Be Lucy for a day

"I Love Lucy" is one of the most beloved American sitcoms of all time, originally airing from 1951 to 1957 and starring the legendary Lucille Ball as the hilarious and unpredictable Lucy Ricardo.

Among its many unforgettable moments, one scene stands out as an all-time classic: the grape stomping scene. In the famous 1956 episode titled "Lucy's Italian Movie", Lucy travels to Italy and decides to fully immerse herself in local culture to prepare for a movie role.

She finds herself in a traditional winemaking setting, stepping barefoot into a large vat of grapes alongside an Italian woman. What begins as a serious attempt quickly turns into absolute chaos—grape juice flying everywhere, a comical fight in the vat, and Lucy completely covered in purple.

This scene became an icon of television comedy, celebrated for Lucille Ball’s physical humor, expressive face, and timeless charm. Decades later, it's still considered one of the funniest and most recognizable TV moments in history.

At Tenuta Torciano, we bring this iconic TV moment to life with our “I Love Lucy” Grape Stomping Experience. Dress like Lucy, stomp like Lucy, and laugh like Lucy—right in the heart of Tuscany! It’s the perfect blend of classic television nostalgia and authentic Italian tradition.


Your complete harvest adventure includes:

Everything you need for an unforgettable day of authentic winemaking and Lucy-inspired entertainment!

  • Full hands-on harvest participation in our historic vineyards
  • Traditional grape stomping ceremony (your Lucy spotlight moment!)
  • Unlimited photo opportunities – bring your best camera!
  • Comprehensive wine education with expert sommeliers
  • Premium wine tasting featuring 13+ exclusive varietals
  • Behind-the-scenes vineyard and cellar tours
  • Gourmet Tuscan lunch in our vineyard setting
  • Automatic entry into our Lucy contest for wine case prize
  • Personal instruction from Torciano Wine Instructors

Savor authentic Tuscan flavors

  • Appetizers: Tuscan Salami and cheeses, fresh bruschetta with estate olive oil
  • First Course: House-made truffle lasagna or traditional ribollita soup (seasonal)
  • Second Course: Slow-roasted meats with garden-fresh seasonal vegetables
  • Dessert: Traditional cantuccini cookies paired with our signature dessert wine

Premium wine collection tasting experience

Sample our finest wines, each representing the pinnacle of Tuscan winemaking excellence. Your tasting may include:

  • Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 
  • Chianti DOCG 
  • Chianti Classico DOCG 
  • Morellino di Scansano DOCG
  • Super Tuscan "Baldassarre" – cabernet, merlot, sangiovese blend
  • Super Tuscan "Cavaliere" – sangiovese & merlot harmony
  • Super Tuscan "Bartolomeo" – sangiovese & cabernet fusion
  • Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG 
  • Estate Rosé
  • Extra virgin olive oil 
  • Truffle-infused olive oil 
  • Spicy pepper olive oil 
  • Balsamic vinegar gold reserve 

Essential experience details:

Experience times: 10:00 - 11:00 - 12:00 - 13:00 - 14:00 - 15:00 - 16:00

Total duration: Approximately 2.5 hours of immersive fun

Seasonal availability: Harvest season only, advance booking essential

Group requirements: Minimum 2 participants (perfect for couples or friends)

Dietary accommodations: Please notify us of allergies or dietary restrictions when booking

Lucy contest special: Bring your own costume and camera equipment for best results!

Photography freedom: Capture every messy, magical moment – the more Lucy-like, the better your chances!

Menu flexibility: Gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options available upon request

 

 

 

Package Price (all taxes included):

 

Adult Experience: €250.00 per person

Teen Adventure (ages 4-17): €150.00 per person

 

Reserve Your Lucy Adventure Check Availability

 


Booking policy: All experiences subject to availability. Cancellation required 7 days prior to scheduled date for full refund.

Language options: Conducted in Italian and English. Other languages may be available upon special request.

Please note: This harvest experience focuses on hands-on participation rather than formal winery tours. For comprehensive cellar tours, consider our dedicated "Vineyard and Winery Tour" experience.

Weather contingency: In case of extreme weather conditions, Tenuta Torciano reserves the right to modify locations while maintaining the complete experience. Reservations are non-transferable, and we cannot be held responsible if guests decline weather-related modifications.


Lucy contest guidelines & tips

  • Contest Season: August 15th through November 10th (complete harvest period)
  • Entry Method: Reserve your harvest experience and arrive in full Lucy Ricardo costume
  • What to bring: Your own Lucy costume (wig, dress, jewelry) plus camera for capturing moments
  • Judging Focus: Costume authenticity, character portrayal, and stomping enthusiasm
  • Social boost: Share your best photos using #LucyAtTorciano and #Torciano for bonus points
  • Winner reveal: Grand announcement at harvest season finale
  • Ultimate prize: Complete case of our premium wine collection
  • Photography strategy: Capture action shots, facial expressions, and those perfectly messy, fun grape-covered moments!

Find directions to our estate

 
 

To be added to your Booking:

Da aggiungere alla tua Prenotazione:

Shuttle or Transportation Service to reach the Winery
This service can only be requested upon booking confirmation and is subject to availability.
Confirmation can be requested every day from 10am to 6pm italian time.

To confirm contact us here:
Phone: +39 0577 988134
Mobile: +39 366 2324058
Phone: +39 0577 950055
Mobile: +39 335 6390782


The Shuttle service cannot be guaranteed based on availability; but the structure will make every effort to provide what is requested in the best possible way.

Payment needed for any additional Shuttle and transportation Service.

Servizio Shuttle o Navetta per raggiungere la struttura
Questo servizio può essere richiesto solo alla conferma della prenotazione ed è soggetto a disponibilità.
La conferma può essere richiesta tutti i giorni dalle 10:00 alle 18:00.

Per confermare contattarci qui:
Telephone: +39 0577 988134
Mobile: +39 366 2324058
Phone: +39 0577 950055
Mobile: +39 335 6390782


Il servizio Shuttle può non essere garantito in base alla disponibilità; ma la struttura si impegnerà nel fornire a meglio quanto richiesto.

Pagamento richiesto per ogni servizio shuttle o navetta addizionale.

Amenities:

Servizi Aggiuntivi:

Open Space Spazi all'aperto

  • Panoramic view Vista panoramica
  • Private garden Giardino privato
  • Private forest Foresta privata
  • Private vineyard Vigneto privato

Additional services Altri servizi

  • Shuttle service payment needed Servizio navetta a pagamento
  • Airport shuttle payment needed Navetta aeroportuale a pagamento
  • Transportation with private driver payment needed Auto con autista personale a pagamento
  • Overnight stay in wine hotel payment needed Pernottamento in hotel a pagamento
  • Helicopter wine tour payment needed Tour in elicottero a pagamento
  • Aperitif in San Gimignano tower payment needed Aperitivo in torre a San Gimignano a pagamento

Restaurant Servizi di ristorazione

  • Italian cuisine Cucina italiana
  • Vegetarian menu Menu vegetariano
  • Vegan menu Menu vegano
  • Gluten free menu Menu senza glutine

Internet Internet

  • WiFi Internet available free of charge throughout the winery. Internet WiFi disponibile gratuitamente in tutta la struttura.

Parking Parcheggio

  • Free private parking is available without booking. Parcheggio privato disponibile gratuitamente in loco senza prenotazione.

General services Servizi generali

  • Air conditioning Aria condizionata
  • Room heather Riscaldamento
  • Shading Ombreggianti
  • Private room Sala privata

Accessibility Accessibilità

  • Kids allowed Ingresso consentito ai bambini
  • Dogs allowed Ingresso consentito ai cani
  • Access for disabled people Accesso a persone con disabilità

Spoken language Lingue parlate

  • English Inglese
  • Italian Italiano
* Visit of the wine cellar, barrels and barriques is done from 9:00am to 11:00am. * Visita alla cantina, alle botti e alle barriques è possibile solo dalle 9:00 fino alle 11:00.

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Keep in touch with Tenuta Torciano!

 

Tenuta Torciano
Via Crocetta 16, Loc. Ulignano 53037 San Gimignano (Siena), Tuscany, Italy

Tenuta Torciano
Via Crocetta 16, Loc. Ulignano 53037 San Gimignano (Siena), Toscana, Italia

Tenuta Torciano Az. Agricola di Giachi Pierluigi - P.IVA: 00375840527