Bardolino wine tour: vineyard to barrel cellar tasting

Walk the vineyard rows, then taste what ages in oak

A 2-hour wine production tour at Lenotti Winery in Bardolino takes you through the Santa Cristina Vineyard, fermentation cellar and underground barrel cellar, ending with a tasting of 4 wines including an Amarone DOCG Classico. The guide explains production methods and the history of the winery, which has operated since 1906. Minimum age 18; live guides speak English and Italian.

The Experience

Start in the vineyard rows of Santa Cristina, one of the last vineyards near Lake Garda. The guide walks you through the vines and explains what makes this site distinctive, then traces the path grapes take once they leave the field. You move through the reception area into the fermentation cellar, where you watch the active stage of winemaking, then descend into the underground barrel cellar where the red wines rest in oak and barriques for aging.

The cellar itself is the heart of the experience. You see the bottling process in action and learn the mechanics of aging -- how oak shapes flavor, how long different wines spend underground, why the Lenotti family chose this particular setup. The guide shares stories about the winery's history since 1906 and answers questions about winemaking decisions you would not think to ask until you are standing in front of the barrels.

The tasting comes at the end, with 4 wines poured and explained. The Amarone DOCG Classico is the centerpiece, but you also taste wines that show you the range of what the vineyard and cellar produce. Breadsticks come with the tasting. The whole tour runs about 2 hours, and the winery is wheelchair accessible with accessible transportation options nearby.

What’s included

• Vineyard walk through Santa Cristina.
• fermentation cellar tour.
• underground barrel cellar access.
• tasting of 4 wines including Amarone DOCG Classico.
• breadsticks.
• live guide in English or Italian.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Cantine Lenotti

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you have a free afternoon in Bardolino and want to see how wine is actually made rather than just taste it -- you walk the vineyard, watch fermentation and aging happen, then taste the finished wines with the context of where they came from.

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Top questions

What happens during the tasting at the end of the Bardolino wine tour?

You taste 4 wines including an Amarone DOCG Classico, with the guide explaining the characteristics and production methods of each one. Breadsticks are served alongside.

Can I visit the Santa Cristina Vineyard if I have never been to a winery before?

Yes. The guide explains the vineyard and the winemaking process as you go, so no prior knowledge is needed. The tour is built around learning how grapes become wine.

How long does the Lenotti Winery tour take?

The tour runs about 2 hours from start to finish, including the vineyard walk, cellar tour and the tasting at the end.

Is the barrel cellar underground, and can I walk through it?

Yes, the barrel cellar is underground where the red wines age in oak barrels and barriques. You walk through it as part of the tour and see the aging process and bottling setup.

What is the minimum age to join this wine tasting in Bardolino?

The minimum age is 18. Guests under that age cannot participate in the tasting portion.

Does the tour include transportation to the Lenotti Winery?

Transportation is not mentioned as part of the tour itself, but public transportation options are available nearby, and the winery is accessible by wheelchair-accessible transport.