Girgentana goat experience

An immersion into a rural Sicani mountain farm dedicated to protecting the Girgentana goat, featuring a pasture walk, optional hands-on milking, and a tasting of artisanal cheeses and local wine.

You will be welcomed into a rural farm in the Sicilian hinterland, born from the desire to recover traditional pastoralism through a sustainable business model that respects the territory. For years, the farm has been dedicated to preserving the Girgentana goat, an ancient and historically endangered species famous for its characteristic spiral horns and the unique quality of its milk.

The experience begins with a walk through the countryside perched among the Sicani Mountains, where you can observe the animals living and feeding freely in the pristine pastures of the estate. For those who wish, there will be a unique opportunity to try your hand at manual milking, rediscovering an ancient gesture and a direct connection with the animal according to pastoral tradition.

Next, you will learn how traditional cheesemaking methods are combined today with modern techniques to enhance pasture milk. The activity concludes with a rich tasting of artisanal goat cheeses, all characterized by a unique and genuine flavor, expertly paired with a fine glass of local wine to enhance their aromas and characteristics.

1. Meet the Girgentana goat: A guided stroll through pristine Sicani Mountain pastures to learn about this protected ancient breed and its spiral horns.

2. Hands-on manual milking: An optional opportunity to experience traditional goat milking firsthand.

3. Cheesemaking narrative: Insights into combining ancient heritage with modern sustainable practices in processing raw goat milk.

4. Goat cheese & wine tasting: A sampling of artisanal goat cheeses paired with a local wine.

1. Comfortable sneakers or hiking shoes

2. Casual seasonal clothing

3. Sun hat for warm days