VENETO WINE TOURS
Valpolicella and Amarone, Soave and Franciacorta, plus total immersion in La Dolce Vita
DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF NORTHERN ITALY
The Veneto region is home to the famous wines of Soave and Valpolicella, including the richest and most intense of all Italian wines, Amarone. It is also home to some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe – such as Lake Garda – and an unrivalled patrimony of historic medieval towns and villages.
With the vibrant and deeply romantic city of Verona as your base, we have carefully curated a luxury 5 day trip to experience everything this magical part of Italy has to offer.
Accompanied by your Master of Wine host, you will visit the leading producers of the region, before finishing in neighboring Lombardy in the vineyards of Franciacorta, Italy’s very own answer to Champagne.
Along the way, you will also discover magnificent villas, castles, fortified towns, and ride the iconic ferry across Lake Garda.
Being Italy, food is a big part of life here, and we will be dining at not one but two Michelin starred restaurants, as well as sharing traditional fare with the locals in relaxed settings, and even discovering the secrets of olive oil production.
A great option for a luxury tour showcasing fine wines and delicious Italian food against a backdrop of amazingly preserved medieval history and outstanding natural beauty. This is a trip for lovers of wine and lovers of all the good things in life. La Dolce Vita!
I invite you to join us.
ABOUT THE TOUR AND REGION
FROM VERONA TO MILAN IN COMFORT AND STYLE
Your base for the trip is Verona, “city of lovers”, city of Romeo and Juliet. There is no need to pack each morning, all 4 nights are spent at the 5 star Hotel NH Palazzo Vittoria, offering superb comfort in the very heart of the old town. The world famous Roman Arena is just a few minutes walk away.
You will be part of an intimate group of maximum 20 guests, travelling in a luxury coach to the surrounding vineyards and sites before returning each night. Then, on the last day, the tour takes you into neighboring Lombardy, finishing for maximum convenience in Milan.
CITY OF LOVERS, CITY OF WINE
The program starts Sunday afternoon in Verona, with an introduction to the wine styles of the region, led by your Master of Wine host. Quickly things become less scholarly, as we decamp to the legendary Bottega del Vino, one of the most famous and atmospheric wine bars in the world, in time for aperitif hour. Then, it’s on to Michelin-starred Restaurant Iris for our welcome dinner, in the company of two delightful local wine producers.
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VALPOLICELLA
A short drive from Verona brings us to the world-famous vineyards of Valpolicella, where we visit Zyme, an eye-catching modern project, before a VIP welcome at leading producer Marilisa Allegrini’s flagship Villa della Torre, a magnificently restored renaissance villa dating from the 15th and 16th centuries.
After a leisurely lunch at the Villa, there is a chance to tour a genuine artisanal olive oil farm, before our return to Verona in time for a full free evening.
After a leisurely lunch at the Villa, there is a chance to tour a genuine artisanal olive oil farm, before our return to Verona in time for a full free evening.
THE MINERALITY OF CHABLIS
En route to Burgundy we spend the day in Chablis, visiting the top producers of this quintessential Chardonnay.
The minerally, steely and crystalline Grands Crus always taste sublime during lunch overlooking the vineyards where they are grown.
That night you will rest your head at a luxurious hotel in Beaune, the heart of Burgundy.
THE MERCHANTS OF BEAUNE
Meandering through the cobblestone streets of Beaune, you’ll descend into the cellars of the great merchant Houses.
Prepare to indulge in extensive tastings of Grands Crus and get schooled on Burgundy at the likes of Bouchard Pere, Drouhin, Jadot and more.
The final dinner is a gastronomic affair.
EXPLORING THE CLASSIC APPELLATIONS
You’ll see the famed vineyards of the greatest appellations, tasting some of the finest white and red wines in the world at our visits to producers.
Olivier Leflaive, Comte Senard, Domaine de l’Arlot, Domaine des Lambrays – you will meet the owners and winemakers behind some of the most prestigious wines in the world.