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Cantina Salvan - Vigne del Pigozzo
(Winery in Colli Euganei)

5 (5 Reviews)
Provides 1 wine tasting and winery visit from €32.00
Below the imposing Castello del Catajo, a little road takes you down from the State Road to an aristocratic country house whose buildings and trachyte courtyard remind you of the Salvan family’s age-old passion for the land. Here you will find our winery, and our vineyards lie all around. This is where – since 1914 - the “Pigozzo” wines have been made: generous wines that warm one’s heart and delight one’s spirit. More than 70,000 vines, lined up and embracing one another in long rows, determine the shape of our fields and pathways. In our soils, it is especially red grape varieties that have found an ideal habitat: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon. But for some years now we have also grown local vines that were familiar to our forefathers, such as Pattaresca, Turchetta, and Gatta: cultivars that are now forgotten, but perhaps still have something to say even today. Only happy vines produce good grapes from which to make young, lively wines that are capable of maturing and becoming wise with age. For this reason, we work hard to take care of and respect the environment around us and our vines. Spraying is kept to a minimum, and the nutrition of the vines is ensured by mowing and plowing in the grass between the rows. No herbicides are used. Alongside the vineyards hedges and trees help to preserve biodiversity and guarantee a suitable habitat for the local animal life: hares, pheasants, birds, and insects are all a part of the local ecosystem.
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Vigna Ròda di Strazzacappa Gianni
(Winery in Colli Euganei)

5 (1 Review)
Provides 1 wine tasting and winery visit from €17.00
Gianni, Elena, Giulia, Alice, and Ettore. Vigna Ròda is a family-owned estate that has always been rooted in the vineyard, surrounded by the unique landscape of the Euganean Hills. Known as the “hills of Venice,” these volcanic “islands” rise majestically from the “sea” of the Po Valley. This natural spectacle is best viewed from the estate’s west-facing location in Cortelà, the smallest hamlet of the municipality of Vo’, in the province of Padua. The sunsets often create a display so captivating that it compels admiration. Each season brings different colors and scents to this ancient village, which dates back to before the year 1000. The origin of the village's name is still debated—whether from “Cultellatus,” a tool for leveling the land or from “Curtis-lata,” meaning Large Court. Here, time is marked by the sound of bells, the noises of nature, and traditional, environmentally friendly practices. Synthetic products are used minimally, if at all. This careful approach is always rewarded in the cellar, where healthy grapes arrive after the harvest, making it possible to minimize intervention during winemaking. At Vigna Ròda, it’s easy to spot family members among the vineyards, in the cellar, or welcoming guests for a guided tasting. There is a shared eagerness to introduce visitors to the estate’s origins, philosophy, and anecdotes about its history—first as a family, and then as a winery. (Excluding Ettore, who is still a little too young to join in!)
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Ca Avignone
(Winery in Colli Euganei)

Provides 1 wine tasting and winery visit from €15.00
Ca Avignone is a winery rooted in a passion for tradition and the local terroir, crafting wines that embody this philosophy. With the guidance of renowned winemakers Andrea Boaretti and Roberto Cipresso, the winery produces four exceptional wines that are a true expression of the region. Ca Avignone places great importance on sustainability, adhering to organic practices, and minimizing its carbon footprint. For them, wine is not just a product but "liquid poetry," a testament to the care and passion that goes into every bottle.
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Maeli Wine
(Winery in Colli Euganei)

5 (3 Reviews)
The identity of the territory, which has always been at the center of the research of Maeli Wines, has proven its great potential when planted with the Yellow Muscat grape variety which here is known as Fior D’Arancio. The origin of their soil is volcanic, rich in trachyte, chalk, and clay that in their vineyard are mixed with marl and loam. This is where the name Maeli comes from. This magnificent National Park in the Euganean Hills, which soars up as if by miracle in the heart of Veneto, plays host to the Pirio hill, 230 meters a.s.l., a fascinating place for its abundance of flora and fauna, for its 180-degree panorama of Venice on one side and the Dolomites on the other, but above all for the unique characteristics of the ground made up of a layer of marl penetrating to a depth of 11 meters.

More information on Colli Euganei

The Euganean Hills (Colli Euganei in Italian) find themselves in the heart of the Venetian plain, standing out for their near-perfect conical shapes, the result of volcanic phenomena dating back millions of years. The territory of the Euganean Hills doesn’t only offer various beautiful wineries that can be visited for a wine tasting, but also medieval castles, 16th-century Renaissance villas with romantic gardens and Italy’s most renowned volcanic hot spring area.

Your wine tastings in the Euganean Hills will give you the opportunity to discover the different appellations that originate from this territory. Perhaps the most representative wine of the Euganean Hills is Fior d’Arancio - meaning orange blossom - made using a particular variety of yellow muscat characterized by an intense floral aroma. On top of this DOCG appellation, the territory boasts another DOC appellation including red, white, sparkling, and aromatic wines.

Which food to taste in Colli Euganei?

During your visits to wineries in the Euganean Hills, you’ll have the chance to discover some unique nuances of the Muscat variety. The local cuisine too offers delicacies like soppressa (pork salami), bigoli with duck ragù, rabbit ‘alla Vicentina’, various risottos, and the local Paduan hen, often slow-cooked in wine or boiled.

Which wines to taste in Colli Euganei?

While visiting the wineries located in the Euganean Hills, you’ll come across both native and international vines. The most common local white grape varieties in the area include White and Yellow Muscat, Manzoni, Glera, and Pinella, while the most widespread black grape varieties include Raboso Piave, Raboso Veronese, and Carmènere. International varieties found in the area include Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc.

Which is the best season to visit Colli Euganei?

You can book your wine tastings and wine tours on the Euganean Hills throughout the year. Spring and early autumn are the best moments to visit if you’re planning on doing outdoor activities like hikes or strolls around the many beautiful sites the area offers.

What things to do in Colli Euganei?

Besides discovering the unique Fior d’Arancio variety and taking part in some unforgettable wine tasting experiences, during your time in the Euganean Hills we recommend visiting at least a few of its historical sites like the medieval towns of Monselice, Montagnana and Este, Catajo’s castle, Villa Barbarigo and its gardens or Villa dei Vescovi. Otherwise, enjoy a relaxing visit to one of the area’s thermal spas.