Embark on an unforgettable journey to our family-owned winery, guided by the winemaker themselves!
We are a boutique winery nestled in the heart of Valpolicella, dedicated to sharing our passion for Valpolicella and Amarone wines directly with our guests, without intermediaries.
Our experience begins with a stroll through the vineyards, where we'll share our family's history and the stories behind our estates. You'll discover the traditional method of drying Amarone grapes, known as Appassimento, and explore our historic rural house and 17th-century cellar used for winemaking and aging.
The tour culminates in a tasting of a selection of our fine wines: Valpolicella, RIPASSO, and the esteemed AMARONE. You'll learn the art of evaluating them by sight, aroma, and taste.
Complementing the wine, you'll savor our organic EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, along with local Monte Veronese cheeses and Soppressa Valpolicella, a regional salami.
We eagerly await your arrival on our stunning terrace, offering breathtaking views of the Valpolicella region!
✓ Local Monte Veronese cheeses, Valpolicella salami, and special cherry chutney✓ Tour of the 17th-century cellar and private rural house✓ Spectacular views of the Valpolicella hills from the terrace✓ A selection of our fine dry red wines: Valpolicella, Ripasso, and Amarone✓ Amarone wine tasting experience with the winemakerActivity Schedule
2 h 30
Begin with a walk through the vineyards surrounding our Winery in Marano di Valpolicella. We will share our family's history related to wines and estates.
Visit the 17th-century cellar and the special traditional room for drying grapes, the Fruttaio. Observe the wine-making process and the aging of our great red wines in oak barrels.
Conclude with a tasting of a selection of our fine wines: Valpolicella, Ripasso, and Amarone, learning how to evaluate them by sight, smell, and taste.
The tasting will be paired with our organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Monte Veronese cheeses, and Soppressa from Valpolicella (a type of salami).
Enjoy the magnificent view from our terrace, offering the best panorama of the Valpolicella Hills!
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Capitello al Gazzo Verona Marano di Valpolicella Cortile Mercato Vecchio e Scala della Ragione Ponte della Vittoria Statue of Dante Alighieri Scaligero Bridge
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One ticket per booking.
For details on transportation from Verona city center or Verona Porta Nuova station to Valpolicella and return, please message us after booking. Options include public bus or shared private van. Additional charges apply.
For details on transportation from Verona city center or Verona Porta Nuova station to Valpolicella and return, please message us after booking. Options include public bus or shared private van. Additional charges apply.
Meeting point:
TENUTA SANTA MARIA VALVERDE
loc. Gazzo 4
37020 Marano di Valpolicella VR
Email us at discovervalpolicella@gmail.com. The day before your Valpolicella experience, we will send you updated bus schedules (a 30-minute easy trip from Verona center and Verona Porta Nuova train station via direct bus) or instructions for a shared shuttle with our other guests.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Wheelchair accessible Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Service animals allowed Public transportation options are available nearby Suitable for all physical fitness levels Winery Tour with Transport from Verona Two pick-up points in Verona: A. Piazzale Cadorna - Verona center - at 10:00 AM, B. Verona Porta Nuova train station at 10:15 AM. Wine Tasting in Valpolicella Travel by public transport: Take a direct bus with our assistance – a 30-minute easy journey from Verona center and VR Porta Nuova station. Travel by your own car: Meeting point in Valpolicella at: Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde, loc. Gazzo 4, 37020 Marano di Valpolicella, Verona, Italy. Consider booking the option with transport from Verona for a hassle-free experience. Allow ample time for the journey to the winery. Wear comfortable shoes for walking through the vineyards. Bring your appetite for the delicious local pairings. This tour is suitable for all fitness levels. To receive a full refund, please cancel at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 86300P3
Activity offered by TENUTA SANTA MARIA VALVERDE via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Wine enthusiasts Couples Foodies Travelers interested in local traditions Meet the winemaker and learn about Amarone production. Explore a historic 17th-century cellar. Enjoy a guided tasting of Valpolicella, Ripasso, and Amarone wines. Savor local cheeses and salami with olive oil. Breathtaking views from the winery's terrace.
Population 255,588 (2023)
Elevation 59 m
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Official language Italian
Driving on the right
Power plugs C, F, L · 230 V
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How do I get to the winery from Verona? + You can opt for the package including transport from Verona, use public transport (direct bus), or drive your own car to the meeting point in Valpolicella.
What is included in the wine tasting? + The tasting includes a selection of Valpolicella, Ripasso, and Amarone wines, paired with local cheeses, salami, and organic olive oil.
Can I bring my pet? + Service animals are allowed on the tour.
Is the tour accessible for people with reduced mobility? + Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible.
What happens if it rains? + The tour is not cancelled due to bad weather.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Best Winery Tour We've Ever Haf
BrianOH262, September 2026
Probably the best vineyard and wine tasting tour we've ever had. You get there on public transport which was a very simple and quick bus ride with someone from the winery picking you up at the local bus stop. The view was beautiful from the vineyard where your tour begins. After seeing the grounds, drying room, the cellars and the old aging room, you are escorted to the tasting room which was gorgeous. It was originally built in the 1600's. The wines and appetizers were well matched and the wine portions very generous. We even got an ad hoc add on of a homemade pasta lunch. Everyone was very friendly and the ride back to Verona was equally simple. We highly recommend the visit.
Response from the operator · JacopoVR Dear Brian,
thank you so much for this wonderful review. Knowing that you consider our visit one of the best winery experiences you have ever had truly means a lot to us.
We are especially happy that you enjoyed every part of the day, from the simple journey from Verona and the views over our vineyards to the visit of our historic cellar and the tasting in our 17th-century room.
Wine, food and hospitality are deeply connected for us, so we are delighted that you appreciated the pairings, the generous tastings and also the spontaneous homemade pasta lunch.
Thank you again for recommending us so warmly. It was a real pleasure welcoming you to our family winery and we hope to see you again in Valpolicella one day.
Warm regards,
The Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde Team
★★★★★ Viator review
Very enjoyable experience
James_B, September 2026
Interesting and relaxed tour of a family vineyard. Transport there and back was organised through the tour operator and it all went smoothly. Learned a lot about wines of the area and how they are produced. The food as well as the wine was excellent and we really enjoyed it.
Response from the operator · JacopoVR Dear James,
thank you very much for your wonderful review.
We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere of the tour, the wines, the food and the insights into Valpolicella and our winemaking traditions.
We are also glad that the transportation arrangements made the whole experience easy and enjoyable from start to finish.
It was a pleasure welcoming you and we hope to see you again in Valpolicella in the future.
Warm regards,
Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
A definite do
201maryann, September 2026
Leo did a great job. Wine tastings were great as welll
Response from the operator · JacopoVR Dear Maryann,
thank you so much for your lovely review.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the wine tasting and that Leo made your experience so enjoyable.
It was a pleasure welcoming you to Valpolicella and we hope to see you again in the future for another glass of wine with us.
Warm regards,
Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Excellent experience
nsX3228ZY, August 2026
We had visited Tenuta Santa Maria Vanverde. It is family run winery of more than a century of tradition. They keep producing wines in traditional way. The owner guided us to vinyard, cellars including the one that keeps old bottles exclusively for family use. The light lunch was served on the yard looking out over the valley. We taste 3 wines including amarone 2016. Just keep in mind that “30 minutes by bus from Verona” is false statement ( you can check it on Google map).
Response from the operator · JacopoVR Thank you so much for your lovely review.
We are very happy that you enjoyed discovering our family winery, the vineyards, the cellar and our wines, as well as the light lunch overlooking the Valpolicella valley.
Thank you also for your note about the travel time from Verona. Depending on the starting point, traffic and transportation, the journey can take longer, and your feedback is very helpful for us.
We hope to welcome you back again in the future for another glass of Amarone!
Warm regards,
Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Wonderful
V9265EOjohnh, August 2026
This was the most pleasant and beautiful experience, by the most gracious and friendly hosts ,from start to finish this was thoughtful and charming over laid with all the relevant information and interesting facts of the area and the production of wine and olive oil.
It's a must if your in verona and wish to experience the love that is self evident in their wine production,and the first class product they lovingly produce.
Response from the operator · JacopoVR Dear Guest,
thank you so much for this wonderful review and for describing your time with us with such warm words.
We are especially happy that you could feel the passion and care behind what we do. For us, sharing Valpolicella is not only about tasting wine and olive oil, but about welcoming our guests into our world, telling the story of our land, our vineyards and the traditions that make this place so special.
Knowing that you found the experience pleasant, personal and informative from beginning to end is one of the greatest compliments we could receive.
Thank you for recommending us to travellers visiting Verona. It was a real pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Valpolicella one day for another glass of wine together.
Warmest regards,
The Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde Team
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