Private Franciacorta Masterclass with Blind Tasting at Vinea Ventis

Your experience at Vinea Ventis begins with a personal welcome from the founding family. Claudia and Francesco will share the story of their estate before you join your host, wine specialist Silvia Mangione, for a private masterclass on Franciacorta.

The visit starts with a walk through the vineyards to understand the connection between the terroir and the wines. You'll then tour the winery, where Silvia will explain the production process behind the Metodo Franciacorta. The tasting follows in the estate's elegant tasting room overlooking the vines or, during summer, on the veranda. If it rains, the vineyard walk is replaced by more time in the tasting room, which still offers a view of the vineyards.

Silvia will guide you through a tasting of six Franciacorta wines, starting with a surprise à la volée disgorgement of a Dosaggio Zero. The session includes a blind tasting of two wines made from different grapes, such as Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco, to help you identify their distinct characteristics. The full lineup, personally selected by Silvia, features representative styles like Brut, Satèn, and Rosé. The wines are paired with a selection of local cured meats and cheeses from a neighboring farm, including salame, coppa, and pancetta. Throughout the masterclass, you'll have plenty of time for questions and discussion on tasting techniques, terroir, and winemaking.