Festival weekend planner
Amarone Opera Prima — a 3-day weekend in Veneto
6–8 February. Verona, Italy. 30 min from the airport.
The weekend, day by day
- Day 1
Arrive in Verona
Land at Verona Villafranca (VRN), settle in and walk the old town in the afternoon. Light dinner near your accommodation — save your appetite for the festival day.
- Day 2
Amarone Opera Prima
Festival day — arrive early to avoid the lunchtime crowd. Pace yourself across the tastings and break for a long lunch mid-afternoon.
- Day 3
Wine country day in Veneto
Use the third day for a single winery visit (booked ahead) and a long lunch before heading home.
Where to stay
- Hotels in Verona
Live availability around the festival dates. Festival hotels book out 6+ months ahead, so check early.
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Where to eat
Osteria alle Testiere
€€€Venice's most lauded small osteria for seasonal fish, natural wines, and intimate 24-seat dining
Must try: Risotto al radicchio di Treviso
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- Nearest airport
- Verona Villafranca (VRN)
Insider tip
Amarone requires 5 years of ageing minimum — the 'new vintage' preview is typically 5+ years old on release. Ask producers to open older library wines for comparison.
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