Discover the Timeless Soul of Valpolicella

Nestled among the hills of Valpolicella, our estate owes its name to the Sanctuary of Santa Maria Valverde — a small baroque church perched atop Mount Castelon, at 580 meters above sea level, overlooking the valleys of Marano and Fumane.

This land has been a sought-after destination for over two thousand years.

The Ancient Romans wintered here, breathing pure air and crafting early versions of what we now call Amarone. In the Renaissance, the noble Venetians built elegant summer villas here, drawn by the clean air and fine wine. Later came the French under Napoleon, and the Austro-Hungarians in the 19th century — all captivated by this enchanting valley.

But the story runs deeper.

Just behind our vineyards lie the ruins of a medieval fortress, once ruled by Federico della Scala, cousin of Cangrande. In the turbulent summer of 1325, a political betrayal changed the fate of this region forever. Legends and unanswered questions still echo among these stones.

And on the same slopes, the Temple of Minerva — a Roman sanctuary uncovered in the 19th century and studied again in recent archaeological digs — reminds us that this land was sacred long before wine filled our glasses.

This is not just a wine destination. It is a place where history breathes, and every glass tells a story.

Come and discover the roots beneath the vines.