Outstanding wine, delicious food, prize-winning olive oil, beautiful landscapes, and minimal tourists - what's not to love? If you find yourself in the Veneto region of Italy, a visit to the Colli Euganei is worth the short jaunt out of town. Located a mere hour from Venice, but a world away, the Colli Euganei might just be the true La Serrinissima, nickname to Venice.
THE VIEWS ARE STUNNING
Colli Euganei boasts its own DOC wine, which are produced in both white or red and a DOCG white, Colli Euganei Fior d'Arancio, produced sparkling, still or passito (sweet). Most typically the wines are comprised of a blend of grapes. For whites these are commonly chardonnay, pinot bianco, savignon and. moscato giallo and for reds it's Bordeaux blend of cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon, merlot and also a touch of raboso, native to NE Italy.
The most enjoyable aspect of wine tasting in the region is undoubtedly sharing a glass with the winemakers themselves. They take pleasure in discussing their passion, what sets their wines apart, and how the family's production history has evolved over the generations. There is a genuine warmth to these producers who are happy to host you for a tour, tasting and if you're not careful, even a lunch invitation! TIP- most everyone speaks English.
A DAY OF WINE TASTING CAN GET DANGEROUS! 😂
Producers to check out include Vignalta, Sengiari, Il Filò delle Vigne, Marco Sambin and La Montecchia.
Now on to lunch...
The quaint town of Arquà Petraeca keeps drawing us back and Ser Petracco is always a hit.
One more beloved spot is La Montanella with its breathtaking panoramic view of the hills. It is so spectacular that we have friends who exchanged their vows there some four decades ago!
The food doesn't diappoint either- on par with the view!
As you return to Venice and walk through the Piazza in front of Basilica San Marco, look down. The Colli Euganei were the source for the very stone you are standing on!
Ciao for now,
Andrea
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I love reading of where I live from your perspective! It makes me appreciate it even more! 💕 can’t wait to have you back and go wine tasting together!