Story: Veneto | Wine region
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Culinary paradise in the Veneto
“...el sippia el Paradiso terrestre, tanto piu belo e megiore porche in quelo no se ghe magna e in questo si.”- A proverb in Venetian dialect that translates as: “Earthly paradise is only more beautiful and better because there is nothing to eat up there, but there is here.”A charming acknowledgement of Veneto's joie de vivre and culinary richness, which is deeply rooted in the everyday lives of its people.

In Veneto, this diverse region between the Alps and the Adriatic, much revolves around food - and real, honest food at that. Home cooking that couldn't be more authentic. The regional cuisine is hearty, down-to-earth and carried with pride: dishes with lots of onions, fresh vegetables, pulses, strong sauces - and of course the famous Fegato alla Veneziana, tenderly cooked liver with onions, which is appreciated far beyond the region as a culinary specialty.

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Between mountains, hills and the sea
Veneto's diverse landscape is not only a feast for the eyes, but also a blessing for agriculture and cuisine. From the foothills of the Alps and the hills around Verona down to the fertile Po Valley and the coasts of the Adriatic Sea, not only do vines thrive here, but also numerous types of vegetables, fruit, cereals and herbs, which play a major role in the local cuisine.

Veneto is one of the most agricultural regions in Italy - and you can taste it. Here, food and drink are not just a source of sustenance, but a culture. Simple recipes that have been passed down through generations are prepared with care and regional ingredients, often in family businesses, osterie or small trattorias.

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Wines that make you happy
The joy of eating goes hand in hand with the joy of drinking - namely wines that are as lively as they are digestible. Wines such as the fruity Bardolino from Lake Garda, the elegant Valpolicella or the sparkling Prosecco di Conegliano-Valdobbiadene are as much a part of everyday life here as bread is to dinner. And then there is the straw-yellow Soave, which thrives on the sunny slopes not far from the Adige - the river in which trout swim, which, according to the saying, “only deserve their name if they have lived in this water”.

The wines from Veneto are not only an expression of craftsmanship, but also a reflection of the regional character: uncomplicated, authentic, lively. They accompany food, elevate it - and yet remain modest in appearance. Wines that brighten up everyday life and accompany special occasions without pushing themselves to the fore.

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Art of living à la veneziana
Veneto is more than just a region - it is a way of life. A place where people know what counts: good food, good wine and good company. Even the famous story of Romeo and Juliet from Verona, which tells of tragic love, takes on a new twist in this light. Because, as the Venetians say with a wink: “Prima se magna, e no perlemo po de le femine” - “First we eat, and only then do we talk about women”.

An expression of Venetian savoir-vivre, which focuses on enjoyment, serenity and common sense. And perhaps - who knows - everything would have turned out differently for Romeo if he had first fortified himself with a plate of pasta and a glass of Valpolicella. - Gerardo [TS05/23]

"Our news overview of the latest events in Veneto is like a potpourri of color, and it's by no means just about awards for wineries and growing zones. The top topic is undoubtedly the long-awaited rise of Valpolicella, Asolo and Conegliano-Valdobbiadene to DOCG status, including various other shifts in Italy's appellation system. As far as Valpolicella is concerned, for Amarone and Recioto a process that had already been initiated several years ago has now come to a happy conclusion: at last the two products have received the recognition they deserve by being admitted to Italy's oenological nobility." - Gambero Rosso