Valpolicella is a zone of the province of Verona, Italy, east of Lake Garda. The hilly agricultural and marble-quarrying region of small holdings north of the Adige is famous for wine production. "Valpolicella" appeared in charters of the mid 12th century, combining two valleys previously thought of independently. Its etymology is not secure: does it derive from the Latin for "Valley of Cellars"? From Roman times its hillsides have been famous for the production of excellent wine. Valpolicella, the "pearl of Verona", has also been a preferred location for villas.

Today Valpolicella's economy is heavily based on wine production, which is well known and appreciated worlwide, expecially Recioto and Amarone, a strong wine made from dried grapes.

It has become one of the most interesting regions to visit in Italy, due to the ancient villas, the cultural season in summer and the excellent restaurants and fine resorts.

Seven comuni compose Valpolicella: Pescantina, San Pietro in Cariano, Negrar, Marano, Fumane, Sant’Ambrogio and Sant’Anna d’Alfaedo.

External links

• - Website for Valpolicella
• - Travel Guide for Valpolicella
• - About Verona
• - About Wine Tourism