Verona: Panoramic Wine Tasting & Organic Winery Tour

Summary

Organic wines, sweeping terrace views and local flavors in Verona

You’ll wander sunlit vineyards near Verona with a local guide, taste five organic wines (including Amarone) right where they’re made, and snack on fresh cheeses and cured meats on a panoramic terrace. Expect honest stories from real people—and maybe a moment or two that sticks with you longer than expected.

What’s the experience like?

We were already halfway up the gravel path when I caught the first whiff of rosemary — there’s something about the way it mixes with the earth here just outside Verona. Our guide, Giulia, waved us over to a patch of vines and started talking about how the soil changes even within a few steps. She had this habit of running her hand along the leaves as she spoke, almost like she was checking in on old friends. I tried to remember all five wines we’d be tasting (Bianco PGI, Valpolicella, Valpolicella Superiore… I always forget one), but honestly I was more focused on the sun warming my shoulders and that weirdly comforting buzz from the city below.

The cellar was cool and smelled faintly of musty barrels — not unpleasant, just honest. Giulia poured tiny tastes straight from the cask and told us stories about her grandfather’s experiments with organic farming before it was trendy. There was this moment where she laughed at her own English (“my Amarone accent is strong!”) and everyone relaxed. By the time we reached the terrace for our wine tasting overlooking Verona, it felt like we’d earned it. The view is… well, I still think about it when I’m stuck in traffic back home.

I didn’t expect to care so much about what went with the wine but those cheeses—soft, salty, a little nutty—made everything taste brighter. Someone asked if you could really taste “the land” in Valpolicella Ripasso; Giulia just shrugged and said, “Try again with your eyes closed.” So yeah, we did. Maybe it was just being there together on that terrace above Verona, but for a second it made sense. The tour wraps up gently—you can linger if you want—and nobody rushes you off. I liked that.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Wine tasting with Verona view

• Visit vineyards and Giovanni Ederle winery
• Taste 5 wines on panoramic terrace
• Enjoy typical products platter with wines

Top questions

How many wines are included in this wine tasting near Verona?

The tour includes tastings of 5 different wines: Bianco PGI, Valpolicella, Valpolicella Superiore, Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore, and Amarone.

Is this wine experience at Corte San Mattia wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas including transportation options are wheelchair accessible.

Are food pairings included during the wine tasting?

Yes, a platter of typical products such as cold cuts and cheeses accompanies the wine tasting.

How do I get to Corte San Mattia from Verona city center?

The winery is located just outside Verona and can be reached by public transportation or taxi; public transport options are available nearby.

Is this private or group wine tour in Verona?

This is a group activity led by a local guide at Corte San Mattia.

Are service animals allowed on this winery tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed during the visit.

Is lunch provided during this Verona wine tasting experience?

A generous platter of typical local products is provided alongside the wines; however, it is not considered a full lunch.

Can pregnant travelers join this wine tasting tour?

This activity is not recommended for pregnant travelers due to alcohol consumption.

What’s included

Your day includes a guided walk through Corte San Mattia’s vineyards and cellar near Verona, tastings of five organic wines (like Amarone), plus a platter stacked with local cheeses and cold cuts—all enjoyed out on their panoramic terrace overlooking the city skyline.