Valpolicella Classica
4-star hotel in a 15th-century villa in San Pietro in Cariano at the heart of Valpolicella Classica. Built by the Giona family of Veronese Jewish origin and expanded in the 16th century. Ideal base for estate visits across Valpolicella, Amarone, and Soave wine zones. 30-minute drive to Lake Garda.
The list: 4-star hotel in the heart of Valpolicella; 10 km from Verona; vineyard-country setting; positioned for estate visits across Valpolicella Classico zone
Tip: The hotel's position at the centre of the Valpolicella Classico DOC zone makes it the best strategic base for visiting multiple producers in a day.
Fumane, Valpolicella Classica
Renaissance palace designed 1440s-1562, purchased by Marilisa Allegrini in 2008. Serves as Allegrini's luxury B&B and event venue. 11 rooms in the historic palace amid Fumane di Valpolicella vineyards. Private wine events featuring Allegrini Amarone and La Poja monovarietal Corvina.
The list: Allegrini estate wines at the property; La Poja, Amarone, Valpolicella Classico; Renaissance palace private events and tasting experiences; luxury B&B
Tip: Stays at Villa della Torre include privileged access to Allegrini estate tastings not available to day visitors.
Tregnago, Valpolicella
Organic and biodynamic wine relais on a panoramic terrace between Valpolicella and Soave. Estate produces organic Valpolicella, Ripasso, and Amarone. Wine lovers packages include guided vineyard walks, cellar visits, and discovery tastings of organic wines. Pool and spa available.
The list: Organic and biodynamic estate wines (Valpolicella, Ripasso, Amarone); wine lovers packages; vineyard walking paths; organic production
Tip: Tenuta Le Cave's biodynamic Amarone is one of the rarest expressions of the appellation - the cellar visit is included in the Wine Lovers package.
Carpesica, Vittorio Veneto, Prosecco hills
Vineyard relais of Le Vigne di Alice winery on a hilltop in Carpesica between Conegliano and Vittorio Veneto in the UNESCO Prosecco hills. 19th-century farmhouse with themed Alice in Wonderland rooms. Estate organic Prosecco DOCG tastings; 60 km north of Venice.
The list: Le Vigne di Alice estate Prosecco DOCG; Bellenda 1986 tastings; 19th-century farmhouse surrounded by vineyards; themed Alice in Wonderland rooms
Tip: The Doro Nature brut-zero Prosecco from Le Vigne di Alice is among the most serious expressions of the DOCG - ask for it at breakfast.
Tarzo, Treviso Province, Prosecco hills
Elegantly restored country-house hotel in the UNESCO Prosecco hills between Conegliano and Valdobbiadene. 7 rooms (3 suites, 4 standard) in a peaceful vine-surrounded estate with pool, garden, and spa. Own Prosecco DOCG and olive oil at breakfast; attached winery available for tastings. Tel +39 0438 933861.
The list: Own-production Prosecco DOCG; bottle and olive oil at breakfast; attached winery; along the Prosecco wine road; 15 min from Conegliano, 60 min from Venice
Tip: The attached winery offers horizontal tastings of the estate's cru Prosecco bottles - arrange a session at the front desk on arrival.
Valdobbiadene, Prosecco hills
Country-chic agriturismo in Valdobbiadene with interiors designed by architect Tobia Scarpa. Surrounded by the UNESCO-listed Prosecco hills. Own-estate Prosecco Superiore DOCG; regional Venetian cuisine. Highly rated for value and charm. Tel available via agriturismovedova.it.
The list: Estate Prosecco Superiore DOCG wines; country-chic agriturismo surrounded by UNESCO-listed Prosecco hills; regional Venetian cuisine with estate wines
Tip: The Scarpa-designed interiors are notable for a farmhouse - the blend of agricultural heritage and contemporary design is intentional.
