Uncover the Beauty of Italian Vineyards and Beyond

October 20 - 26, 2025

Welcome to an unparalleled journey through the picturesque wine regions of Verona, Soave, and Piedmont. Imagine indulging in the finest wines, staying in top-notch boutique hotels, and dining at world-class restaurants. Join us for a 7-day, 6-night experience filled with incredible wines, luxurious accommodations, and unforgettable culinary adventures.

Highlights of the Tour

• Visits to renowned wineries and wine regions in Verona, Soave, and Piedmont

• Stays at boutique hotels in Verona and Piedmont

• Dining at Michelin-starred and Michelin-recommended restaurants

• Wine tastings of exceptional quality

• A visit to the famed Alba Truffle Festival

• A guided truffle hunting experience

• Participation in a cooking class with white truffles, led by a renowned Northern Italian Chef
  

Introduction

Northern Italy offers stunning vistas and wines of great distinction. Take an unforgettable road trip through the vineyards of Amarone and Barolo with VINfluence (run by Peggy Perry and her husband, Brien) and Glenn Fawcett of Vinequest. This will be a 7-day, 6-night experience. Ground transportation, meals featuring the world-class wines of the region, accommodations, tours, wine tastings, a guided truffle hunt and a cooking class with white truffles.

Several of our meals will be in Michelin-stared or Michelin-recommended restaurants. Our accommodations include:

• 3 nights at our favourite Verona Hotel, the Giulietta e Romeo in the heart of the city.

• 3 nights at the Corte Gordina Hotel in the village of La Morra in Piedmont

Itinerary

Day 1: Monday, October 20, 2025 – Verona

We will meet in Verona on Monday, October 20, 2025 at our favourite Verona Hotel, the Giulietta e Romeo which we love for its’ friendly staff and great location in the heart of Verona. That evening, we visit with the Speri family and learn all about their organic farming philosophy and taste through their wonderful wines. Afterwards we will enjoy a delicious dinner with the Speri wines at a nearby restaurant.

Day 2: Tuesday – Soave

On Tuesday morning we check out Soave. This hillside village gives it name to one of Italy’s’ best known whites. We will enjoy a visit at Pieropan Winery, a stunningly beautiful winery making the region’s best white wines. Afterwards the Farina Winery will host us for a tasting and light lunch. This family-owned winery just received the Great Wine Capitals International Award 2024 for the Best of Wine Tourism.

Day 3: Wednesday – Franciacorta and La Morra

Wednesday we continue with visits in the area, wineries to be confirmed in 2025. In the evening we will enjoy a city tour followed by dinner at one of the many Michelin restaurants in Verona.

Day 4: Thursday – La Morra

Thursday morning, we have an early departure and a full day as we head to the Piedmont, enjoying stunning vistas during the 3-hour drive to the town of La Morra. We have a stop along the way in Franciacorta where we will learn about Italy’s most prestigious sparkling wine and enjoyed a bubble-

based lunch. Upon arriving in La Morra, we will settle in at the Corte Gordina Hotel for 3 nights. This

beautiful hotel in the village of La Morra will be the perfect starting point for our daily excursions.

Day 5: Friday – Truffle Hunting

Friday is a full day of winery visits starting right in La Morra at Enzo Boglietti. It is a short walk from our hotel. This very small family run winery is making wonderful wines, and we will taste through their entire line up.

Late afternoon finds us at Viberti winery where we will enjoy a visit with Claudio Viberti and have dinner at Buon Padre Restaurant which his family has owned for years. This is where Brien and Peggy had the best meal of our lives in 1986 and it has never been surpassed!

Day 6: Saturday – Alba Truffle Festival

Saturday morning, we are off on a truffle hunt to find some white truffles of our own. We will not know our destination until the last minute as truffle hunters guard their hunting spots very carefully. In the afternoon are off to the Alba Truffle Festival to try a few glasses of wine and enjoy visiting the truffle booths and watching the interaction between sellers and buyers of the famous Alba white truffle. We will take part in a

cooking class and enjoy the pasta we produce with more white truffles!

Summary

This exclusive tour, priced at $5700 plus GST based on double occupancy (single supplement available), covers all meals, accommodations, wine tastings, guided tours, a cooking class, a truffle hunting experience, and ground transportation within Italy. We will meet at the NH Collection Palazzo Verona on October 20, 2025, and the tour concludes on October 26, 2025, with drop-off options at Alba train station or Milan Malpensa airport.

Reserve Your Spot

To join this ultimate food and wine adventure, contact Glenn Fawcett promptly through the website's contact form. With only 14 spots available, this unique opportunity will fill quickly. A 20% deposit is required by August 15, 2024, with the balance due by April 20, 2025.

Embark on a journey of a lifetime, savouring the best of Northern Italy's culinary and vinous treasures!