About this tour
Explore Valtellina Valley's terraced vineyards and Lake Como's shore on a ten-hour regional deep-dive. Starting from Varenna, you'll drive through one of Italy's most dramatic wine landscapes—2,500 kilometres of UNESCO-listed slopes—stopping at a working bottega dating to 1883, a traditional dairy, and a family table for locally-made pizzoccheri. The day peaks at Cantina Nera, a historic producer where you'll taste several vintages from the valley's distinctive reds. Luxury transport and a local guide included.
Highlights
- Varenna lakeside village and Como shore scenic drive
- UNESCO terraced vineyards spanning 2,500 kilometres
- 1883 bottega and traditional cheese maker visit
- Pizzoccheri lunch at family-run trattoria
- Cantina Nera wine tasting, multiple vintages
- Private luxury vehicle with knowledgeable guide throughout
What to expect
Your guide collects you in Varenna and drives you north into the steep valley carved out over centuries for viticulture. The road hugs Lake Como's edge before climbing into vineyards that climb mountainsides at improbable angles. You'll step inside a century-old bottega—essentially a family wine shop frozen in time—then taste fresh cheeses made down the valley. Lunch is unhurried, the food sturdy and regional, built around buckwheat pasta. The winery visit caps the day with proper tastings; expect to spend an hour there, learning how old-vine fruit becomes Valtellina reds.
Good to know
Wine tasting fees and lunch aren't covered in the headline price. Wear comfortable shoes for village walks and the bottega. The valley can be cool even in summer; bring a layer. Arrange your own transport to Varenna or ask about transfer options when booking.
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