Discovering Verona – Thursday 18th June – Sunday 21st June 2026
It’s clear that our Members relish learning what’s in their glass directly from those who make it – and all the more so when they can do so in the very environment where those wines are made. With this in mind, we are delighted to introduce an intimate journey to Verona in June 2026 – a city where Roman grandeur, operatic drama and some of Italy’s most compelling wine regions converge.
Set in northern Italy, Verona sits at a crossroads of vinous influence – with Valpolicella to the east, Soave to the northeast and Franciacorta within easy reach to the west. It’s the perfect base from which to explore producers whose names have become shorthand for Italian excellence, alongside a carefully curated culinary programme that includes not one but two Michelin-starred tables – La Speranzina on Lake Garda and Due Colombe in Franciacorta.
Across four days, Members will meet the people behind some of Italy’s most reputed labels – from the quiet mastery of Giuseppe Quintarelli, to the innovation of Ca’ del Bosco, pioneers of world-class Franciacorta, and the expressive, terroir-driven wines of Zyme in Valpolicella. The experience is rounded out with an evening at the Arena di Verona, where opera unfolds in one of the world’s most extraordinary open-air settings.
ACCOMMODATION
Members will stay at the historic five-star Due Torri Hotel, an elegant landmark just steps from Piazza delle Erbe, the Arena di Verona and Juliet’s House. Known for its frescoed interiors and impeccable service, the hotel has long been a favourite of visiting artists, winemakers and opera singers alike. Expect attentive hospitality and a refined base from which to explore the city.
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Thursday 18th June 2026
– We will commence with an aperitivo at Antica Bottega del Vino, one of Italy’s most historic and revered enoteche.
– Private dinner at Ristorante Maffei, with two well-known Valpolicella producers – an elegant prelude to the region.
Day 2 – Friday 19th June 2026
– On the second day, Members will visit the legendary Giuseppe Quintarelli estate for a private tasting, exploring the wines of Valpolicella’s most admired traditionalist, celebrated for crafting Amarone of exceptional longevity.
– Private visit and lunch at Villa della Torre, discovering wines of Marilisa Allegrini of the famous family.
– The final stop will be a private tasting at Zýmē, where Celestino Gaspari is known for his committed approach to sustainability.
Day 3 – Saturday 20th June 2026
– The morning begins in Sirmione, with time to explore its storied village and medieval castle, before taking to the water for a private boat tour across Lake Garda, tracing the historic shoreline and the landscapes that define the region.
– Lunch follows at the beautiful Michelin-starred La Speranzina, where Members can expect refined, locally sourced produce.
– As evening approaches, Members return to the Due Torri Hotel for a light, pre-opera dinner on the terrace, before making their way to the Arena di Verona for a performance of La Traviata – opera experienced in one of the world’s most extraordinary open-air settings.
Day 4 – Sunday 21st June 2026
– Members will begin the day with a private visit and guided tasting at the 230-hectares estate and state-of-the-art winery of Ca’ del Bosco, the benchmark producer of Franciacorta.
– The last stop on our trip will be lunch at the Michelin-starred Due Colombe, before Members are transported to the airport.
MEET OUR HOST
Filippo Magnani is a wine tourism pioneer and seasoned wine expert. After earning a degree in Hotel and Tourism Management in Florence and an MBA in Hospitality Management in the UK, in 1999 Filippo launched Fufluns, a bespoke travel boutique specialising in wine tours across Tuscany and Italy. A WSET Diploma holder since 2006, he is a noted wine writer and contributor to publications including Decanter and Wine Tourism, a member of the Circle of Wine Writers, and shares his passion for wine further through his blog, Tales Behind the Wine.
Ticket price per person
Double occupancy: £3,990
Sole occupancy of double room: £4,430
What’s included
Three nights at Due Torri hotel, including breakfast
All meals, wine pairings and tastings as per itinerary
Transfers between all locations in a private coach
Guided tours, seminars and exclusive events
What’s not included
Flights, travel insurance and baggage insurance
Hotel extras and additional wines not listed in the programme
Optional gratuities for guides, drivers and restaurants