Veneto is a region located in the North East of Italy and is one of the most famous and productive wine zones in the country. It is well known for some of its star wines like Amarone, Soave, Valpolicella and Bardolino. This Masterclass will take you through the tradition and culture of Veneto’s fine wines and food. Veneto’s growers are amongst the most modernised in Italy. Whilst most of the ‘classic’ wines from this area are based on native grape varieties like Glera (formerly known as Prosecco), Verduzzo, Garganega, Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella and Molinara, high demand for Veneto wines in the European and US markets has galvanized the region’s producers into experimentation with Cabernet, Chardonnay and Pinot varieties, amongst others. 
Here is the list of wine for tasting:
- Prosecco Frizzante di Valdobbiadene, Balan – NV
- Prosecco Col Fondo, Zanotto – NV
- Le Bine di Costiola, Soave classico Superiore, Tamellini – 2009
- Bardolino Classico, Raval – 2011
- Valpolicella Ripasso, Corte Abelardi – 2008
- Villa Annaberta, Amarone della Valpolicella, Terre di Verona – 2009
Simone has been working as a Sommelier for more than 20 years in the luxury hospitality industry in Italy and the UK. After obtaining his AIS (Italian Sommelier Association) Sommelier Diploma, he started his career working in Michelin starred restaurants and hotels in Italy. He then decided to move to London to gain International wine knowledge, working as Senior Sommelier for Gordon Ramsay’s Claridge’s and afterwards as Deputy Head Sommelier for The Ritz London. Amongst his recognitions, Simone was awarded The Best International Sommelier by Bibenda Wine Trophy in 2010.
