Monteforte d'Alpone Wine Festival

The festival celebrating Soave Classico

Monteforte d'Alpone, in the province of Verona, is one of the two historic municipalities (along with Soave) that give rise to the Soave Classico designation. It's no surprise that for over half a century, one of the most cherished wine festivals in the Verona area has been held here: the Monteforte d'Alpone Wine Festival, which will reach its 51st edition in 2026.

Three days of glasses and culture

For an entire weekend in May, the historic center transforms into a large, widespread stage: tastings curated by ONAV (National Organization of Wine Tasters), art exhibitions, theatrical performances, aerial discipline shows, and historical re-enactments in 19th-century costumes animate squares and courtyards. Visitors can discover the local labels — Soave DOC, Soave Superiore Classico DOCG, and Recioto di Soave Classico DOCG — paired with traditional Venetian dishes offered by the Pro Loco stands.

Heroic vineyards and historic cellars

The most anticipated moment is on Sunday, with the famous Percorso dei 10 Capitelli (Path of the 10 Chapels): a guided walk through the hilly vineyards of Garganega, the queen grape of Soave, which starts early in the morning with a hearty Venetian breakfast. Also not to be missed are visits to the town's historic cellars — names that have made Soave's history like Gini, Nardello, and Tenuta Solar — open by reservation for a journey into the heart of Val d'Alpone's wine production.

A half-century tradition

Organized by the Pro Loco of Monteforte d'Alpone, the Wine Festival is much more than an oenological fair: it's the way this community in Veneto tells its own identity, made of terraced hills, quality viticulture, and a deep connection to the land. An ideal event for those who want to get to know the excellence of Soave Classico up close, away from mass tourist circuits.