FISAR Verona ★ 4.4
Verona chapter of the Italian sommelier federation, founded in 1976, running the three-level sommelier curriculum plus monthly tastings and cellar visits.
Tastings, courses and structured sessions in Valpolicella that teach you the region in a glass.
Classes worth booking
Vinitaly International Academy ★ 4.6
Veronafiere's wine-education arm at the fairground, running the Italian Wine Ambassador and Expert certifications under scientific direction from Attilio Scienza.
Valpolicella Education Program ★ 4.5
The Valpolicella consortium's own three-day certification course on the denomination's wines and territory, aimed at press and trade rather than tourists.
Villa Della Torre cooking classes ★ 4.5
Producer-run cooking classes at the Fumane villa, taught in the fireplace rooms and closed with a tasting of the estate's Valpolicella and Lugana.
Book wine schools in Valpolicella
Valpolicella Classica: Visit and tasting at Corte Borghetti
Visit the vineyards and winery of Corte Borghetti and taste 5 wines in the 17th-century barrel cellar, with cold cuts and cheeses from Lessinia, extra virgin olive oil...
Valpolicella: Amarone Chateau Guided Tour and Wine Tasting
Embark on an immersive experience in Valpolicella and discover the history, art, vineyards and excellent contemporary wines on a tour of Tenuta Santa Maria owned by Gi...
Valpolicella all around: wine tasting of typical Valpolicella wines
A "well-rounded" tasting of Valpolicella wines: 5 wines that will give you an overview of our production and introduce you to the particularities of the typical varieties
Wine Schools in Valpolicella, FAQ
When is the best time to visit Valpolicella for wine?
Peak wine-travel season in Valpolicella is spring through autumn, with harvest the standout window.
Do I need an appointment to taste at Valpolicella estates?
classified-growth and grand-cru estates require booking days to weeks ahead; smaller family domaines often take walk-ins midweek.
What hours do Valpolicella cellars and tasting rooms keep?
most estates open 10:00 to 17:00 by appointment, often closed Sunday and Monday.
How does tipping work at Valpolicella tastings?
tipping is not expected at tastings; buying a bottle from the cellar door is the customary thank-you.
What is the one wine to try in Valpolicella?
Ask the next local you meet what they would order. Valpolicella rewards trust.