Wine and paint, with real vineyards nearby. At Azienda Agricola Le Ginestre in Lazise, you make a guided artwork inspired by Garda, while enjoying wine, cheese, and local salamis in a working winery setting. I like the relaxed pace led by Sara (with Barbara assisting), and I like that the food-and-wine part feels built into the session instead of tacked on at the end. One thing to consider: there’s no vegan option.

This is a hands-on class, not a lecture. Plan about 2.5 hours from start to finish, for a small group (max 12), and with materials handled for you. You’ll also get a weather backup if the sky turns.

Key highlights to know before you go

• Art without experience: you don’t need to know how to paint.
• Guided by Sara and Barbara: step-by-step help throughout the session.
• Winery setting inside the vineyards: you paint in the wine estate environment.
• Wine and water during the painting time: the tasting isn’t only after.
• A food-and-wine tasting break: cheeses, cold cuts, and salami-style local bites.
• Bad weather plan: the session moves inside if needed.

Entering Le Ginestre: the starting point that sets the tone

Most of your day here starts right at Azienda Agricola Le Ginestre, in Lazise (Località Casa Roina). The activity begins and ends back at the same meeting spot, which is great if you want an easy, low-stress plan on Lake Garda day.

The bigger win is the atmosphere. This isn’t a classroom studio. It’s a winery environment, and you’ll be working inside the vineyards as part of the experience. That makes the whole session feel more like a small, guided escape than just a ticketed activity.

Because the group size is capped at 12 people, you’re not lost in a crowd. The instructor can actually help as you go, adjust when needed, and keep the session moving at a comfortable speed.

How the painting session actually works (and why that matters)

You’ll do a painting session/lesson right in the winery setting among the vines. The goal is simple: create your own artwork from a predefined subject, or paint from life with a theme focused on Garda places and scenery.

What I like about this setup is the balance. You get a subject to work from, but you still end up with something that’s visibly yours. And since it’s step-by-step, your success doesn’t depend on having artistic talent before you arrive.

Another detail that makes a difference: the instruction isn’t rigid. If you’ve painted before, the instructor can let you move along with your own pace instead of slowing everything down. That makes it feel more welcoming, and less like you’re being herded through a single template.

And yes, you’ll be painting while surrounded by wine culture. You get the visual cue of the vines, the smell of the estate, and the constant rhythm of a working property—then you add a tasting to keep your brain from overthinking every brushstroke.

Supplies and instruction pace: everything is handled for you

Here’s the best part if you’re the person in your group who worries about being bad at art: you don’t need to bring supplies. The team takes care of the colors, brushes, palettes, and easels. You just show up with the desire to have fun.

That matters because it keeps your morning from turning into an errand list. Instead of hunting for equipment, you start painting right away and stay focused on the experience.

Language-wise, the lesson is offered in English or Italian. If you need Russian or German, you can arrange an interpreter for an extra cost. Practically, that’s worth knowing if your group includes someone who won’t comfortably follow a second language.

There’s also a clear boundary that keeps things orderly: no extra visitors are allowed. If you’re bringing friends who want to watch, plan on them staying separate, not hovering at your easel.

The break built around wine, cheese, and local salami flavors

During the session, you’ll be served water and wines while you paint. This turns the activity into a steady flow: work for a bit, sip, reset, keep going. It’s one of those details that sounds small, but it changes the mood.

After about an hour, you’ll shift into a tasting break. That’s when the food-and-wine part takes center stage. The sample menu includes a starter of bread with quality cold cuts and cheeses—plus you’ll be tasting wines alongside those local bites.

You should also expect cheese and salami-style items as part of the overall tasting concept. The idea is that you’re not just drinking wine; you’re pairing it with simple, regional flavors that match what the estate offers.

One consideration that’s important for planning: no vegan food is served. If your group has vegan needs, this tour won’t meet them as written.

Weather backup: what happens when the Garda skies change

Lake Garda weather can shift fast, so it’s smart that there’s a plan. In case of bad weather, the session happens inside rather than cancelled.

For you, that means less uncertainty about whether you’ll be able to paint. You still get the art lesson and the tasting, just with a different setting.

Also, because it’s timed and capped (small group, set duration), you’re not trying to “figure out the day” on the fly. The experience is designed to run smoothly within a roughly 2 hours 30 minutes window.

Timing, group size, and why the format feels good

This activity runs about 2.5 hours, so it fits neatly into a day in Lazise without swallowing your entire schedule. It’s also helpful that it ends right where it starts, so you don’t need to coordinate extra transport afterward.

The max group size of 12 people is more than a number. With this kind of hands-on class, small groups usually mean more guidance and fewer long waits. You’ll feel that in the way the instructor can correct technique, explain steps clearly, and keep things moving.

If you’re planning around language needs, note that English and Italian are available. With the interpreter option for Russian and German, your group can stay together without splitting off for separate activities.

Finally, the vibe is intentional. This is ideal for social groups—especially hen parties and teams—because the format gives everyone a role: one person paints, another tastes, everyone laughs at the accidental splatters, and you leave with something tangible.

Price and value: what $58.94 gets you in real terms

At $58.94 per person, this isn’t priced like a basic art class and it isn’t priced like a standalone tasting either. The value comes from bundling three things into one tidy experience:

• Instruction plus all art materials (colors, brushes, palettes, easels)
• Wine and water during the painting session
• A food-and-wine tasting break afterward, built around local-style bites (bread, cold cuts, cheeses)

When you price those components separately, it’s easier to see why the total can make sense—especially if you’re visiting Lake Garda and want something that feels local rather than generic.

There are also different prices depending on the number of people and for kids, so the best deal depends on your group size and ages. If you’re traveling as a mixed group, this kind of variable pricing can help you keep the total reasonable.

Who should book this art-and-wine experience

This works best if you like activities with structure, but you still want room for fun. It’s great for people who want a hands-on creative break that also includes a real taste of the region.

It’s also a good match if you’re in Lazise for a day and you don’t want a long drive to find something memorable. The meeting point is clearly identified at the winery, and the session stays focused on the estate itself.

You’ll likely enjoy it most if:

• You want a light, social creative activity with wine
• You don’t want to plan supplies or worry about technique
• Your group includes people who like both food and art

It might be less ideal if:

• You need vegan options (this one doesn’t offer them)
• Your group wants a strict, expert-only wine lecture with no playful art time
• You’re very sensitive to being in a small guided group setting (the experience is capped at 12)

Should you book Color Me Wine in Lazise?

Yes, if your goal is a fun, local-feeling experience that mixes wine, food, and a guided art session in a small-group setting. The fact that supplies are provided and the instruction is step-by-step makes it low-pressure, even if you’ve never painted before.

Book it especially if you have a group that wants something different from the usual Lake Garda routine. This isn’t a museum day, and it isn’t a long wine tour. It’s a compact, hands-on afternoon that ends with a physical result: your artwork.

Just make sure everyone in your group is okay with the tasting format and the lack of vegan food. If that matches your needs, this is the kind of outing that tends to leave people smiling and talking about the day on the way back.

FAQ

What should I expect during the painting session?

You’ll paint in the winery setting with step-by-step guidance from an artist teacher. You’ll work from a predefined subject or from life with a theme based on Garda places and scenery.

Do I need to know how to paint?

No. You don’t need prior painting skills. Colors, brushes, palettes, and easels are provided, and the instructor helps you along.

What languages are available for the lesson?

The lesson is available in English and Italian. Russian and German are possible with an interpreter for an extra cost.

Is wine included?

Yes. Water and wines are served during the painting session, and there’s also a food-and-wine tasting break after about an hour.

What food is served during the tasting break?

A starter of bread with quality cold cuts and cheeses is included. Wine is served alongside the tasting.

Is vegan food available?

No. Vegan food cannot be served.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.