Leverano: A Wine Taster's Indulgence
Leverano, Italy is a town and commune located in the province of Lecce. Known as the "Heel of Italy," Lecce lies in the Apulia region on the Salento peninsula. Leverano is best accessible through the nearby Brindisi - Salento Airport (BDS), which lies 43 miles to the north of the town.
Best Time to Visit
Leverano, Italy offers great weather for travel between early April to early June and again in early September to late November. The busiest months for travel are between May to July, but cheap flights and Leverano, Italy hotels are available during the lean season in November. Visit between July and August to check out the Beer and Sound Festival, which features over 100 types of draught and bottled beer, food, music, and entertainment.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Leverano, Italy is home to the 5-century old Conti Zecca Winery and vineyard, which offers a wine shop and wine tasting activities. Visit Cantina Vecchia Torre, which also features a wine show, cellar tours, and a modern wine tasting room. Take a dip in the cerulean blue waters of the small, crescent shaped urban beach called Spiaggia di Porto Cesareo or visit the historical Torre Federiciana, featuring the original helicoidal staircase and fireplaces built in 1220. Check into the rustic Villa Ghetta Country House set on the Salento countryside, offering wood furnished rooms with en suite bathrooms. Tourists can enjoy breakfast on the patio and meals at the restaurant or bar. Tenuta Flora Maria offers elegant rooms and free bike rental for guests. It also features an on-site restaurant and inner courtyard with a swimming pool.