Valpolicella Wine Tour: Amarone & Lunch near Verona
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Overview
Pagus Wine Tours® invites guests to experience the best of Valpolicella and Amarone wines! This full-day wine tour takes visitors through the stunning vineyards just outside of Verona. It's perfect for wine lovers who want to learn about and taste amazing Italian wines.
Visitors will explore two local wineries, sampling a variety of DOC and DOCG wines, including Valpolicella, Ripasso, Amarone, and Recioto. They'll get to chat with the winemakers and soak in the beautiful views. A tasty lunch at a traditional osteria or enoteca completes the experience, with authentic local food and wine!
The tour includes transportation in an air-conditioned minivan, a local English-speaking guide and sommelier, visits and tastings at two Amarone wineries, and a full lunch with wine. Please note that hotel pickup is not included. Key stops on the tour include Castelvecchio in Verona, offering a glimpse into the area's rich history.




Highlights
Taste Award-Winning Wines: Sample a range of Valpolicella wines, including Amarone.
Enjoy a Delicious Lunch: Savor authentic local cuisine at a traditional osteria or enoteca.
Visit Two Local Wineries: Go behind the scenes and learn about winemaking from the experts.
Travel in Comfort: Relax in an air-conditioned minivan.
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Small Group Experience: Enjoy a more personal and intimate tour setting.
Sentiment Analysis
Most customers had a wonderful time on the Pagus Wine Tours, praising the wine, food, and guides. A few suggested minor improvements to the tour's length and information provided.

Customers enjoyed the tour being informative and well-organized.
Many reviewers loved the generous wine tastings at both wineries.
Several people highlighted the delicious and authentic lunch.
Guests appreciated the knowledgeable and friendly guide.
Some felt that the tour could have been longer to allow for more time at each stop.
A few reviewers wished for more information about the winemaking process.
The Journey
Castelvecchio, Verona
Welcome to Castelvecchio in Verona, a majestic medieval castle bridging the past and present. Originally built in the 14th century by the Scaliger family, this imposing fortress now houses the Castelvecchio Museum, showcasing an impressive collection of Veronese art, sculptures, and artifacts. Explore its crenellated walls, admire the views from the Scaliger Bridge, and then step inside our store to discover an array of fine wines from the surrounding wine regions, offered at cellar prices. Complement your wine selections with authentic local products, providing a true taste of the Veronese territory. Visiting Castelvecchio offers both a historical journey and a delightful introduction to the region's culinary treasures.
Know Before You Go
This full-day wine tour includes a complete lunch at an osteria or enoteca with wine, alcoholic beverages, a local English-speaking tour leader and sommelier, visits and wine tastings at two Amarone wineries, and transportation by air-conditioned minivan. Please note that hotel pickup is not included. Meet the tour at the designated starting point to begin your wine adventure.
Hot Tip
Wear comfortable shoes, as there will be some walking involved at the wineries. Also, consider bringing a small notebook to jot down your favorite wines and tasting notes!