Nestled among volcanic hills on the border between Vicenza and Verona, Davide Vignato's winery invites visitors to experience the region's terroir firsthand. The tour guides guests through rows of vines where Durello is cultivated in ancient volcanic soil, continues into the cellar to witness the winemaking craft, and concludes with a guided tasting of estate wines. Located just minutes from the Vicenza-Verona motorway, it's an ideal destination for those travelling through t

The 2025 vintage tested Davide Vignato's estate in ways few growers face. A severe hailstorm on August 2nd destroyed up to 80% of the harvest in some vineyards, followed by another damaging storm in late September. After careful stewardship and recovery work, only a handful of labels will be produced this year—including Primo Incontro, El Gian, and Orso Gentile—each carrying the imprint of an unforgiving season. "Something good was left, but not much. At least, the harvest wi