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YerbaCalacasyMàs

November 02, 2025

A visit to the Santa Maria Valverde winery was a wonderful experience. We began with a stroll along the terraces planted with various grape varieties. I specifically chose the end of September to see the winery during its full harvest. I listened to its 200-year tradition since its founding, the history of the region, and the history of Verona from the Roman Empire to the present day. The owner's stories were vivid and full of passion. A very friendly young woman spoke about the production and guided us around the building and cellars, sharing her extensive knowledge. Finally, the hostess demonstrated true Italian hospitality and prepared refreshments (local delicacies, cheeses, cold cuts, and appetizers to accompany the tasting of three wines). While pouring us the wine, the winery owner continued his wonderful stories about the history of Verona and the region. It was a wonderful experience that I recommend to everyone 🍇🍷 🎊🥳🎊 Follow my new Instagram to see more recommendations... Yerba Calacas y Más

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Maria

August 03, 2025

We visited the winery recently. As we had already had lunch, we opted for wine tasting alone without the accompanying food. The views were indeed beautiful. A kennel of 6 dogs kept jumping on us and although our approval was asked for their presence, we found it rather unprofessional. We tried 3 different wines, not particularly interesting I have to say. We were not given any information on the grapes, the winery or the area. And for this highly disappointing experience, we paid 35 € per person which was outrageous!

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Nicholas C.

July 09, 2025

Tucked into a bend on a hillside, surrounded by olive trees and vineyards, the green doors of Santa Maria Valverde conceal what becomes an unforgettable experience. Our visit began with a short but wonderfully detailed tour, led by Rachel, who spoke excellent English and shared the history and production of the estate with clarity and enthusiasm. This was followed by an olive oil tasting—four or five regional varieties, each with its own distinct character, all explained with care and knowledge. What came next may not happen on every visit—but we felt incredibly lucky. There were seven of us: two Italians, two Scots, and the three of us. The owner’s wife joined us for the wine tasting, bringing with her an assortment of local cheeses, salami, and of course, their family-made wines. As we sat together on the terrace of their 600-year-old home, looking out toward the distant Alps, we shared stories, laughter, and proud reflections on our children. The sun was perfect, their dogs and playful puppies wandered between our feet, and it genuinely felt less like a tour and more like an afternoon spent with friends. On a practical note: there’s wine and olive oil to taste and buy, toilets available, and limited but sufficient parking. Just go with warmth and respect—and if you're lucky, you may walk away with a memory that money can’t buy. Absolutely recommended