Here you can immerse yourself in the real reality of the wineries, breeding and dairy farms of Northern Italy, passionate men and women, dedicated to working in the vineyards, in the fields, in the cellars, in the tiny artisan dairies and in the kitchens… All TRUE, without frills for tourists, indeed, you will be treated as real experts, special guests of these two very special families.
The history of the NICOLIS family has always been linked to the art of viticulture; we live in the heart of the classic area of Valpolicella, in San Pietro in Cariano and caring for the land has been part of our daily life, since childhood. We’re proud to be listed in Wine Spectator Top 100.
The MARCONI family has been producing since 2002 the “Malga 1140” cheese (number that refers to the meters of height of the pastures) which is made, in collaboration with the University of Verona, with the indigenous lactic bacteria. We’re proud of our endless list of AWARDS.
LOCATION: VENETO
- NICOLIS Family Estates in San Pietro in Cariano (Verona)
- Malga FAGGIOLI 1140 in Erbezzo (Verona)
SUPERSTARS:
- The NICOLI family (winemakers)
- The MARCONI family (cheesemakers)
- The “hands on” WORKSHOP on cheesemaking and the wine pairing LUNCH
TOP WINE:
- Nicolis Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Ambrosan 2004* Wine Spectator Top 100 2011 n.88, 94 pts.
FOOD GEMS:
- GOAT CHEESES WINNERS OF TWO GOLD MEDALS in the categories soft cheeses with flowery rind and fresh and very fresh farm cheeses with soft rind without rind.
A FAMILY HISTORY.
Since 1951 we have dedicated ourselves to the production of fine wines, intertwining our personal journey with the history and peculiarities of Valpolicella.
The history of our family has always been linked to the art of viticulture; we live in the heart of the classic area of Valpolicella, in San Pietro in Cariano and caring for the land has been part of our daily life, since childhood.
- Meeting at 09.00-10.00 with your private Ambassador, often a member of the Nicolis family.
- Welcome glass with Valpolicella Class.
- Transfer of less than an hour to drive up to the Malga, a scenic route through the vineyards.
- Arrival at the farm-dairy “Malga Faggioli 1140”
- Welcome coffee and meeting with the cheesemaker who will guide you in the private visit and lunch
- VISIT TO THE DAIRY FARM: private tour of breeding & dairy production.
- WORKSHOP: “hands on” participation
in the processing of goat mozzarella (fresh stretched curd cheese)
- WINE PAIRING LUNCH with tasting of 5 TOP Nicolis wines paired with dishes based on the food products of the malga, with explanations from the winemaker owner of the winery together with the dairyman owner of the malga.
- TRANSFER of less than an hour for the descent by car to return to the Nicolis winery in the valley, panoramic route through the vineyards.
- PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR with explanation of the production: pressing, vinification, drying of the grapes, aging of the wines in barrels and bottling
- Access to our exclusive room of old vintages and special formats
Wine Spectator Top 100 2011 n.88, 94 pts. Nicolis Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Ambrosan 2004*
Offers an aromatic mix of kirsch, dried roses, dried marjoram, blackberry candy, cardamom, fresh earth and smoke, with supple tannins and ripe acidity. There’s power to this, but it’s wrapped in a silky texture that results in an overall vibrant, stylish impression. A hint of espresso lingers on the finish. Drink now through 2024. 5,000 cases made. —AN
“CASEUS VENETI” cheeses competition: 2 gold, 2 silver, 3 bronze “CRUDI IN ITALIA” cheeses competition:
First Prize
“MOZZARELLA MAKING” WORKSHOP
Workshop: “hands on” participation in the processing of goat mozzarella (fresh stretched curd cheese).
WINE PAIRING LUNCH MENÙ
Tasting of 5 TOP wines paired with dishes based on the food products of the malga, with explanations from the winemaker owner of the winery together with the dairyman owner of the malga:
ON REQUEST:
– FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING IN LUXURY CAR, LIMO, VAN OR HELICOPTER with English speaking professional driver/pilot. Departure from any main location, example Rome, Civitavecchia, Livorno, La Spezia, Milan, Florence, Bologna, Venice, Verona, Garda Lake, etc.
– PRO Photographer/videomaker
– Mr. Marco Tenerini as your “emotional storytelling guide” for the whole day.