easy
1.5 hours
Minimal physical exertion required; casual walking and standing during tasting.
Venture into Valpolicella near Verona with Hidden Experiences for a 1.5-hour guided wine tasting tour featuring Amarone and local pairings. Discover the region’s winemaking secrets and taste six distinct wines amid breathtaking vineyard landscapes.
Pedemonte, located just outside Verona in Italy's renowned Valpolicella region, is home to Hidden Experiences, a company offering an immersive 1.5-hour guided wine tasting and cellar tour. This is not just any wine tasting—it’s a deep dive into one of Italy’s most celebrated viticultural areas where rugged hills carry the legacy of ancient grape-growing traditions. Known for producing the powerful Amarone and the crisp Valpolicella Classico, the vineyards here grow the indigenous Corvina grapes on steep, calcareous soils that shape the character of each vintage.
Hidden Experiences invites visitors into an intimate winery setting, where expert guides unfold the story of winemaking passed down through generations. The journey includes savoring six carefully selected wines, giving visitors a spectrum of flavors from light and fresh reds to the rich complexity of Amarone, crafted through the unique appassimento drying process. Complemented by local delicacies, these pairings bring authentic Veneto flavors to life.
What sets this trip apart is the combination of vivid landscape—rows of vines climbing rocky terrain—and accessible depth of knowledge from passionate guides. This is a rare chance to taste estate-grown wines that reflect the mineral-rich soils and microclimates of Valpolicella. Nestled between dramatic foothills and historic Verona, the experience connects cultural heritage and nature’s influence in a way few other tours can.
Hidden Experiences excels in delivering a personalized, small-group adventure that emphasizes sensory discovery and cultural context. Whether you’re a casual enthusiast or seasoned oenophile, this wine tasting journey offers unforgettable insight into Northern Italy’s viticultural heartland. It’s a compelling stop for anyone seeking to understand the real foundation behind Italy’s revered red wines.
Tours fill quickly, particularly during harvest season—reserve your spot early to secure a place.
You'll be walking through uneven vineyard terrain and cellar steps, so sturdy footwear is recommended.
Local delicacies served alongside wines enhance the tasting, so come with an appetite.
Consider transportation options since sampling six wines can impair driving ability.
Valpolicella’s winemaking history dates back to Roman times, refined over centuries by monks and local families.
Many vineyards here practice sustainable viticulture to preserve the delicate hillside ecosystem and soil health.
To safely navigate cellar steps and vineyard paths.
Hat and sunscreen useful for outdoor vineyard tours on sunny days.
summer specific
For cooler mornings or cellar temperatures during off-season visits.
spring|fall|winter specific
Staying hydrated is important especially when tasting wine and walking outdoors.