EXPLORING PROSECCO ITALY

I found one of my new favorite places, the Prosecco Region of Italy! Rolling green hills with vineyards cover the countryside as far as the eye can see. Needless to say, the views through the countryside are absolutely spectacular. Furthermore, what is better than a town known for their Italian Prosecco. Several of the vineyards offer true DOCG Prosecco with bottles only costing around 10 euros which is crazy! You can’t get a bottle for this quality at this price else where. This region is basically made for me as Prosecco is my drink of choice. Between the stunning views and quality wine Prosecco Italy is a dream!

Somehow, this area isn’t as well known as Tuscany, Italy and Champagne, France. With that said, tourism is picking up in the region but hasn’t quite taken off yet. Meaning, if you like Italian Prosecco, it’s the perfect time to plan a trip!

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The main towns of Prosecco Italy are Valdobbiadene and Conegliano. The windy Prosecco Road runs for nearly 20 miles connecting Valdobbiadene and Conegliano. Located in Northern Italy the town is full of beautiful rolling green hills. Venice and Treviso are two of the largest cities near the Prosecco Region. Venice is an hour from Conegliano and an hour and a half from Valdobbiadene. Whereas, Treviso is less than an hour from both towns.

There is also a town called Prosecco in Northern Italy near Trieste. To clarify, the town of Prosecco is not located in the Prosecco Region. The town of Prosecco is the origin of Prosecco however, the best wine is no longer produced here.

Conegliano and Valdobbiadene are great options in Prosecco Italy. As I mentioned, the Prosecco Road connects these towns meaning they’re close to a lot of wineries. This area has a lot of B&B’s but the most popular type of accommodation is an Agriturismo. The difference between an Agriturismo and B&B is that an Agriturismo is a farm stay. There are many types of Agriturismo’s in Italy however, most are in rural areas. A stay at an Agriturismo will ensure a traditional experience! If you’re looking for a stay at a traditional Agriturismo make sure to check the website I’ve linked.

If you prefer doing a day trip to the region, you can stay in Treviso or Venice. As I mentioned, both cities are well connected to the Prosecco Region making it doable in a day.

It’s relatively easy to get to the Prosecco Region Italy from surrounding cities. As I mentioned, you can travel from Venice or Treviso on a day trip to Prosecco Italy. If you’re coming on a day trip, I suggest starting from Valdobbiadene. The town is close to great wineries as well as the L’Osteria senz’Oste aka The Honest Bar (See Below)! If you’re relying on public transportation, travel via bus to Valdobbiadene. This is the easiest route as the train station is six kilometers outside of town. In other words, once you reach the train station, you would need to taxi to Valdobbiadene. If you’re able to rent a car, this is likely the easiest way to reach the region. Below I’ve linked a few tour options from surrounding cities.

Prosecco Tour Italy –

• From Venice
• From Treviso
• From Valdobbiadene: Either use local transportation or hire a taxi.

Public transportation in the area can be a challenge but, it’s possible. From Valdobbiadene, you can use the local bus to reach wineries along the Prosecco Road Italy. The local bus travels across the Prosecco Road connecting Valdobbiadene and Conegliano. The local bus will also lead you to L’Osteria senz’Oste! We found the timetable listed online for the local bus to be accurate. However, according to locals, the local bus isn’t always reliable.

The easiest way to travel this region, is by hiring a local taxi. Usually drivers in the area require booking at least four hours for 50 euros an hour. If you plan on getting a taxi, I suggest booking ahead of time. Your driver can give you great recommendations in the area and help build your itinerary for the day.

Finally, if you have a rental car, you can drive the Prosecco Road on your own. But, this is not the best route if you plan on indulging in the Prosecco.

Visiting the L’Osteria Senz’Oste also known as the ‘honesty bar’ is an absolute must on a trip in the Prosecco Region. Since there isn’t anyone running the place, the honesty bar is always open – rain or shine! A trip to L’Osteria Senz’Oste begins by curating your own charcuterie board. You’ll pick out your goodies in the open farmhouse before checking yourself out. Thus, the concept of an honesty bar!

There’s seating inside and outside the rustic farmhouse with excellent views. But, the best view is yet to come! From the farmhouse, make your way to the top of the hill to reach the Prosecco Vending Machine! Aside from Prosecco, the vending machine is stocked with a handful of other treats. The only bummer is you need an Italian license to buy alcohol from the vending machine. Luckily, some friendly Italians offered to let us use their ID while we visited. Grab a seat and enjoy the spectacular views.

Helpful Tip: If you’re on a quick trip to the Prosecco Region, L’Osteria Senz’Oste is a must! Col Vetoraz is a wonderful winery next door to the Honesty bar worth visiting.

The Prosecco Road is filled with the most incredible wineries offering the best Italian Prosecco! Most are small family run wineries with a great view of the vineyards.

With over 100 wineries along the 25 mile Prosecco Road, it’s impossible to visit them all! While I visited a handful of Prosecco Vineyards Italy, it wouldn’t be right to steer you to the few I visited. Rather, I recommend doing some research or asking locals. You can also reach out to your driver in advance for recommendations.

With that said, here is some helpful information to plan, choose and visit wineries in the area. Most wineries require a reservation to do a tasting. Tastings range in price starting around 5 euros per person. This is dependent not only on the winery but also the number of Prosecco’s you try. DOC and DOCG are an important distinction in Prosecco Italy. In short, DOCG has the highest classification due to its strict standards. Whereas, DOC wines have a strict standard however, it’s less strict than DOCG. You’ll learn more about this on a trip to the Prosecco Region!

As I mentioned, the Prosecco Region hasn’t taken off quite like other wine regions. But, I predict that will be changing in the coming years!

Travel Tips:

• Book a reservation
• Most wineries close between 12-2

Prosecco Italy is a hidden gem in Italy. I highly recommend traveling to the region before it becomes the next hot spot! As I mentioned, the area is spectacular with endless views of rolling hills. The Prosecco is inexpensive and phenomenal.

If you’re traveling Italy, here are a few articles to help plan your trip.

• Can’t Miss Spots in Venice
• Hiking in the Cinque Terre
• Amalfi Coast vs Cinque Terre
• 2 Days in Florence

Safe Travels,

Sarah :)

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