Lavender harvest and essential oil distillation with country aperitif

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Experience the magic of lavender in bloom with an immersive, fragrant experience, to be chosen as a daytime version with light lunch or an evening version with sunset aperitif. During the month of July, you will have the opportunity to participate in hand-picking lavender, surrounded by its intense colors and intoxicating scent. Equipped with scissors and a wooden box, you will be able to select flowers directly in the field, guided by those who grow and work this wonderful plant. Next, you will take part in a fascinating field distillation workshop of essential oils, where you will discover how a still works and learn about the properties of lavender, its cosmetic and domestic uses. Your experience will continue with a convivial time outdoors: If you choose the morning formula (11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.), you will enjoy a light lunch in the shade of the rows of vines, consisting of organic cured meats and cheeses, savory pies, appetizers, artisanal desserts, water and coffee. If you prefer the evening formula (5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.), you will experience the magic of apericena at sunset, with typical local products served among the rows of vines. Again, wine and drinks will be available for purchase on site. Included in the experience: Self-harvesting of lavender with materials provided Practical distillation workshop in the field Lunch or apericena with local organic products Water and coffee included, with option to purchase wine Complimentary lavender scented sachet Access to our farm store, where you can purchase essential oils, natural cosmetics and other artisanal products Relaxation in a shaded area, amid nature and silence A unique opportunity to experience summer in an authentic way, breathing deeply the scent of lavender and rediscovering the beauty of simple things.
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Azienda Agricola MadreSelva
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Important information

English / Italian
Free cancellation (5 gg)
Duration (5 ore)
Private Reservation

What to expect

✅ Morning access from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or evening access from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. ✅ Lavender harvesting with scissors and box provided ✅ Field workshop for distillation of essential oils ✅ Light lunch or apericena with local organic products ✅ Relaxation among flowering rows of vines and unspoiled nature ✅ Complimentary lavender scented sachet ✅ Visit to the store with possibility of purchase

Meeting place

La Locanda del Molino - Località Molino della Signora, 10, 27040 Fortunago PV

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Where

Localita Molino Della Signora 10, Fortunago (PV)

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