Immerse yourself in the world of wine on this unforgettable tour of a family run winery in the heart of Valpolicella. Explore the 17th century winery, learn about the process of wine making, and enjoy a wine tasting session with local food on the terrace.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours
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- Live tour guide
- Italian, English
Experience
Highlights
- Taste a selection of traditional Italian wines
- Visit a 17th century cellar and private rural house
- Meet the locals at this 5-generation family run winery
- Learn about the process of wine making from grape to glass
Full description
Visit the countryside of Verona in a rural family-run winery home to 5 generations. At the winery, enjoy a peaceful stroll around the vineyard and listen to the family history of the winery and its estates.
Then head to the traditional drying room and learn how to dry Amarone grapes using a process called Appassimento. Listen to the winemaker explain the process of making wine, and how different grapes produce different flavors. Visit the rural house and cellar next, which have been used for wine making since the 17th century.
Finally, after your tour of the winery, enjoy a tasting session of a selection of fine wines including Valpolicella, Ripasso and the great Amarone. Learn how to evaluate them using your senses of sight, smell and taste. The wine is paired with a selection of antipasti including local cheeses, salami, and extra virgin olive oil. As you eat, admire the stunning view across the Italian countryside and the Valpolicella hills, from the terrace.
Includes
- Wine tasting with the winemaker
- Light lunch with tastings of local cheeses, chutney, salami, bread and other local food
- Visit to the vineyard, the cellar and the traditional room to dry Amarone grapes
- Explanation of the wine process and refinement
Not suitable for
- Children under 18 years
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
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Meeting point
Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde, Località Gazzo, 4, 37020 Marano di Valpolicella VR.
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Know before you go
- You must be at least 18 years old to consume alcohol
- The wine tasting is run by Tenuta S.M. Valverde
- Assistance can be provided in booking a private transfer or arrange public transport to the winery
