Discover a boutique winery in the heart of Valpolicella
In this exclusive experience, you will be welcomed into an authentic boutique winery in Valpolicella, surrounded by gentle hills covered in vineyards, where time seems to flow at the rhythm of nature. Accompanied by an expert local guide, you will visit the vineyards, the drying loft for the appassimento of the grapes, and the evocative cellar with the barrels where the great wines of the area rest. At the end of the technical tour, a guided tasting of four iconic wines awaits you, including the famous Amarone della Valpolicella, paired with selected local cheeses and cold cuts.
In a convivial and relaxed atmosphere, you will be able to ask questions, compare aromas and flavors, and understand how the work in the vineyard and cellar translates into the glass, for an authentically gastronomic moment just steps from Verona.
Highlights
Join an exclusive tour of an authentic boutique winery in Valpolicella, with a dedicated guide taking you step-by-step through every stage of the visit, from the vineyards to the final tasting room, for a truly immersive and engaging experience.
Discover the vineyards of Valpolicella as you stroll through the rows of vines, taking a close look at native varieties such as Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella, while your guide explains in clear terms how climate and soil influence the unique character of the area's great wines.
Visita il fruttaio dedicato all’appassimento delle uve destinate ad Amarone e Recioto, comprendendo come tempi, ventilazione e selezione accurata dei grappoli contribuiscano a creare vini intensi, strutturati e ricchi di profumi complessi, amati dagli appassionati di tutto il mondo.
Step inside the winery's evocative aging rooms, surrounded by barrels and barriques, and discover how traditional craftsmanship and modern techniques come together to create superior wines, carefully cared for at every stage of maturation and aging.
Enjoy a guided tasting of four typical Valpolicella wines, including Valpolicella, Ripasso, and Amarone, learning about aromas, structure, and persistence, while an expert offers practical tips to improve the way you taste and appreciate wine.
Experience Valpolicella among vineyards, winery and glasses of Amarone
Your experience begins with a welcome at a boutique winery nestled in the hilly landscape of Valpolicella, one of Italy's most renowned wine-growing areas. The guide will accompany you among the rows, illustrating the main native varieties such as Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella, explaining how climate, altitude and different soils influence the wine profile. Walking through the vineyards, you will be able to observe the vines up close, hear curiosities about the vegetative cycle and the techniques of pruning, harvesting and grape selection.
This outdoor moment is ideal for taking photographs and starting to enter the spirit of the territory, understanding why the area is famous worldwide for wines such as Valpolicella Classico, Ripasso and the iconic Amarone. A clear and engaging introduction, perfect for both beginners and oenology enthusiasts.
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Tour Itinerary
- 1
Starting location:
Montecariano - Azienda Agricola - Cantina Vini
- 2
Vineyard (10 minutes)
Walk
- 3
Winery (20 minutes)
Accompanied visit
- 4
San Pietro In Cariano (1 hour)
Wine tasting
- 5
Arrive back at:
Montecariano - Azienda Agricola - Cantina Vini For reference only. Itineraries are may vary.
Indicative itinerary, subject to changes.
What's included
- Uncovering grape cultivation secrets such as Pergola Veronese
- Uncover winemaking charm with a guided winery tour, from harvest to maturation
- Immerse in wine barrels' world, each adding distinctive flavors to our wines
- Savor the 4 iconic wines of Valpolicella, paired with local cheeses and cured meats
- Exclusive summer offer (available until July): Enhance your visit with access to a fascinating art museum created by a talented artist, showcasing vintage movie posters from the 1960s to the 1990s.
- Transportation to and from the winery
What's not included
- Trasferimenti da e per la cantina
- Acquisto di bottiglie o prodotti extra non specificati nella degustazione
Good to know
Important
- Presentarsi al punto di incontro in cantina almeno 10-15 minuti prima dell’orario di inizio dell’esperienza.
- Segnalare eventuali allergie o intolleranze alimentari in anticipo per consentire un adeguato adattamento degli abbinamenti gastronomici.
Good to know
- during rainfall or adverse climate conditions conditions, the vineyard walk may be not covered by the experience.
- If you have dietary requirements or allergies, please inform us in advance so we can do our best to accommodate you.
- Alcohol tastings are reserved for guests aged 18 and over; younger participants are welcome with suitable alternatives.
Useful tips
- Wear easy-going shoes suitable for walking on country terrain among vineyards.
- Bring a light jacket with you, because the temperature in the basement and fruit winery can be cooler than outside.
- If you wish to purchase wines, check in advance for any luggage restrictions, notably when flying by air.
What to bring
- supportive footwear
- Camera
Not allowed
- Non è consentito portare bibite alcoliche dall’esterno durante la assaggio.
- Non sono ammessi animali da compagnia all’interno delle aree di produzione e affinamento della cantina.