Wine shop Paololeo In San donaci

The APERITOUR experience was wonderful. Everyone was incredibly helpful with the quick and easy booking. Giuseppe took us on a wonderful journey through flavors and history. We learned about the family's work behind the winery, from the land to the sales floor, following the entire production process. The tasting was truly educational and created a wonderful moment of sharing among the guests. The products that accompanied the wine were all top-quality and truly delicious. Last but not least, the room where we had the aperitif was truly beautiful and welcoming, perfect for a comfortable experience with a great vibe. The icing on the cake...we met Mr. Paolo Leo, who welcomed us with great enthusiasm. Highly recommended to anyone visiting Salento!

First-class tasting and snack. Paolo Leo offers you top-quality wines. The tour, snack, and tasting were greatly appreciated by all members of our group. Thank you, Giuseppe.

An excellent Paolo Leo winery store. The well-stocked shop offers not only excellent wines but also interesting local products and artisanal items. Easy to get to, with plenty of parking nearby. The staff is friendly and helpful.

We took a wine tour of the Paolo Leo estate in San Donaci. The visit began with a guided tour of the cellar and concluded with a tasting, both led by the exceptional sommelier Giuseppe, who made the experience both exciting and informative. The organization, hospitality, and atmosphere were impeccable, with attention to children as well. In addition to the wines, high-quality oysters were served. The most memorable moment was the tasting of Mormora, a Metodo Classico Pas Dosé sparkling wine aged for 12 months underwater in Porto Cesareo, with an artistic label decorated with seashells. Highly recommended!

A Vine shop of high quality, friendliness and ability to present without it being a poem.

I highly recommend this experience because it will captivate you. Everything was wonderful and appealing, even for those who aren't familiar with the industry. I'd like to thank our guide Giuseppe, who deserves five stars and more. I want to go back, and it's thanks to him.

We did the quick tasting at the shop, it was fabulous our host could speak English we were very lucky! Thanks again 🙏🏻

A couple of weeks ago, while vacationing in Puglia, we had the incredible opportunity to join a wine tour at the Paolo Leo estate in San Donaci — and it was truly an unforgettable experience. We kicked off the visit with a guided tour of the winery, which perfectly set the stage for what was to come. The tasting session that followed was beautifully organized, and our guide Giuseppe — a sommelier, wine expert, and genuine enthusiast — was simply outstanding. His deep knowledge of the estate’s history and winemaking process, paired with his engaging storytelling, made the experience come alive. Every detail was thoughtfully curated: from the elegant tasting setup and the warm, professional service to the cozy yet sophisticated ambiance of the tasting room. The hospitality extended even to the little ones, with entertainment thoughtfully arranged for the kids. And the food! We enjoyed the best oysters we’ve ever tasted, perfectly complementing the delicious wines. One of the absolute highlights was tasting Mormora — the estate’s first-ever Metodo Classico Pas Dosé made from two native grape varieties, Verdeca and Maresco. This exceptional sparkling wine is aged for 12 months underwater at a depth of 30 meters beneath the crystal-clear waters of Porto Cesareo. Even the label is a masterpiece, featuring natural, marine-inspired designs adorned with real seashells. For anyone visiting or living in Puglia, this wine tour is an absolute must. And don’t miss the charming wine shop close to the winery, where you can pick up their exquisite wines along with lovely souvenirs and small gifts.

The tasting was wonderfully led by sommelier Giuseppe Perla, who introduced us to the world of wine. He selected four labels and had us finish with a Primitivo passito, all meticulously paired with local products. I appreciated his desire to impart knowledge on how to appreciate and enjoy wine, yet with a light touch.

Originally from an area not far from the beautiful Itria Valley, despite now living in the north, I've always had a strong connection to our region's food and wine culture. For this reason, visiting the Paololeo winery was a particularly meaningful experience. From the first moment, the welcome was impeccable: warm, professional, and authentic. The tour, led by Giuseppe, was engaging and well-organized. He accompanied us through all stages of winemaking, from grape harvest to transformation, from aging to release, with great clarity and passion. Giuseppe's enthusiasm and expertise made every explanation lively and interesting, instilling in us a sincere love for this craft. The final tasting was the perfect synthesis of all this: elegant, harmonious wines deeply rooted in the land from which they originate. I highly recommend this visit to anyone who wants to rediscover, or experience for the first time, the authenticity and quality of Apulian viticulture.