A farm full of animals is paired with real wine education. This two-hour visit with Gianni and Lucia takes you around their biodynamic operation near Lazise, then ends with a natural wine tasting on a terrace overlooking the vineyard. I like that the focus stays practical: you see how biodynamic farming shows up in the day-to-day, not just on a label. I also like the tasting structure, moving from the lightest wines to the more structured ones, so you can actually follow the styles. One thing to consider: the tasting includes meat-based cold cuts and cheese snacks, and the experience says it cannot serve vegan food.

The setting is quietly special, partly because the farm has more than vineyards. You will pass through areas connected to the whole system—think apiaries, hens, and even donkeys and ponies—so it feels like you are learning the farm, not just touring it. The final hour is simple and satisfying: cold cuts, cheeses, and bread from Veronese tradition, matched with at least four biodynamic natural wines.

Plan for an outdoor end on the terrace, and note that good weather is required. If conditions are rough, the tasting can be canceled with a full refund or rescheduled, so it pays to keep your expectations flexible.

Key highlights you’ll feel fast

• Meet Gianni and Lucia for a guided biodynamic farm walk that stays personal and easy to ask questions in
• See the whole farm system with vineyards plus apiaries, hens, donkeys, and ponies
• Taste a real natural wine lineup with at least 4 wines, including Chiaretto and Bardolino
• Get a structured tasting flow from lighter styles to more structured wines
• Eat Veronese cold cuts and cheeses alongside wine, so it feels like a proper afternoon
• Small-group feel with a maximum of 15 travelers, which makes it calmer and more interactive

Meeting at La Pesenata and walking the biodynamic farm for real

Your tour starts at La Pesenata (Società agricola), at Località Palù della Pesenata 2A, 37017 Lazise VR. From the start, the point is not fancy presentation. You’re there to understand how their biodynamic farming approach connects to the wines you will drink later.

On the farm walk, you can expect the main sights tied to their working landscape: vineyards and the supporting elements that keep the operation going. The experience specifically includes time with areas like apiaries (so, bees), hens, and also animal moments with donkeys and ponies. That mix matters because it helps you see biodynamics as more than a farming buzzword. It is a farm ecosystem, not a factory.

Because this is a working property, you should wear shoes you’re happy to step around in. The tour is listed as something most travelers can participate in, but you’ll still be on farm paths and you’ll spend real time standing and walking between stops. If you’re traveling with kids, this is one of those rare wine experiences where the animals give everyone a reason to pay attention.

The natural wine tasting: Chiaretto and Bardolino in a smart order

After the farm visit, you finish on the terrace overlooking the vineyard with a natural wine tasting. This part is built to help you understand what you’re drinking, not just sample a few sips and move on.

You’ll taste at least 4 biodynamic natural wines, and the tasting includes Chiaretto and Bardolino. The wines are served in a sequence that goes from the lightest to the most structured. That ordering is genuinely helpful. If you start with fuller-bodied wines, you can flatten the lighter ones; starting lighter makes it easier to notice differences in taste and texture as the flight progresses.

Now the natural-wine angle. The description spells out what makes their wines “natural” in their approach: they are produced without invasive intervention, without chemical correction, with very few sulphites, and natural wine practices are usually associated with avoiding pesticides or herbicides. Even if you are not a wine nerd, this gives you a clue to how the flavor might come across—often more expressive and less manipulated than standard production.

Also, the guide-led context matters. In a good tasting, you don’t just hear terms like natural and biodynamic. You learn what those terms mean in the glass, and you get time to ask questions. With a small group, it’s easier to keep the conversation moving.

Stops that map to the farm’s story: La Pesenata, Cola, and Lazise

You will visit three named stops: Stop 1 at Società Agricola La Pesenata, Stop 2 at Cola, and Stop 3 at Lazise. Since the activity ends back at the meeting point, the structure is clearly designed to stay close to the farm and its surrounding areas, rather than turning into a long drive.

Here’s how I’d think about the flow. Stop 1 sets the scene at the farm base, where you get the biodynamic overview and the animal-and-vineyard sights. Stop 2 at Cola likely adds another slice of the operation or surrounding farmland, keeping you from feeling like you only saw one corner of the system. Stop 3 at Lazise is the final chapter, where the tasting terrace view brings everything together and makes the experience feel complete.

What you should do on your end: treat each stop like a mini chapter. Ask one question per stop. For example, ask how the biodynamic approach affects their farming choices, then shift to a question about how that shows up in the wines you’ll taste next.

One practical note: because this is a short, tight tour (about two hours), you won’t have time to wander off. Pay attention when the guide slows down around key areas.

The snacks are part of the tasting, not an afterthought

Food is included, and it is very deliberately simple: cold cuts, cheeses, and bread. The sample menu is specific—starter cold cuts with quality local cold cuts, starter cheeses with quality local cheeses, and starter bread with quality bread.

These are described as coming from Veronese tradition. That matters because Chiaretto and Bardolino both belong to the broader Lake Garda and Verona wine world, so the food is meant to match the regional style. Even if you don’t usually pair wine with local specialties, this setup makes the tasting feel grounded in the place.

Two things to watch for:

• The experience states it cannot serve vegan food. If you follow a vegan diet, you’ll need to pick a different activity.
• You should communicate any food intolerances or preferences in advance. The tour includes specific items, so this is your chance to make sure you’re not caught mid-plate.

In terms of taste, don’t expect a full restaurant dinner. Think of it as a well-chosen snack that gives the wine context and keeps the tasting comfortable.

Price and logistics: what $50.47 buys you in 2 hours

At $50.47 per person for about two hours, you’re paying for more than a wine tasting flight. The included value is clear: a biodynamic farm visit, snacks (cold cuts, cheeses, bread), and tastings of at least four biodynamic natural wines, including Chiaretto and Bardolino. You also get all fees and taxes included in the price.

This pricing makes sense if you compare it to doing things separately. A guided farm visit alone costs time and effort, and wine tastings add up quickly once you factor in staff, service, and the lineup of multiple wines. Here, you get the “why” (farming practices and animals) plus the “what” (wine in multiple styles) in one short block.

Two logistics points that really matter:

• Private transportation is not included. You’ll need to arrange your own way to La Pesenata.
• The group size is capped at 15 travelers, and the booking pattern shows it’s often booked around six days in advance on average. In practice, that usually means you should plan ahead if you want a particular time slot.

Also, you get a mobile ticket, and confirmation is received at booking. Simple, easy, and less stress right before you head out.

Timing and who this experience fits best

You can choose between a morning or afternoon tour time. The start time listed here is 4:30 pm, which is a great slot for that terrace finish—late-day light often makes vineyard views feel extra worth it.

This is also a strong option if you want something that includes kids without turning into a full-on theme park day. One of the standout points from the overall experience vibe is that it works well as a family day out. You get animal encounters and a guided pace, so even younger visitors have something to watch while adults focus on wine education.

It also fits well for English speakers. The tour is offered in English, and the group size helps keep the conversation from turning into a lecture you can’t keep up with.

Who may find it less ideal: people who need vegan food options or people who are very sensitive to the idea of natural wines (which can sometimes mean different flavors than what you expect from more conventional production). If you’re flexible and curious, you’ll probably enjoy the explanation style and the farm-to-glass connection.

Weather-ready planning: the terrace depends on it

The experience requires good weather. Since the tasting ends back at the meeting point and finishes on a terrace overlooking the vineyard, heavy rain can change the plan.

The good news: the tasting can be canceled with a full refund or rescheduled in case of heavy rain. So if you’re coming from Lake Garda area hotels or apartments, just keep an eye on the forecast the day of your visit and don’t stack the rest of your day too tightly.

Finally, organize your trip in advance. That’s not just a generic line—it matters because private transportation isn’t included, and this is a specific meeting point at La Pesenata.

Should you book this biodynamic farm and natural wine tasting?

If you want a wine tasting that actually explains where the wine comes from, I think this is a good bet. The mix of biodynamic farm time plus a structured tasting with Chiaretto and Bardolino feels like the best version of “natural wine” for most people: understandable, place-based, and short enough to fit into a Lake Garda itinerary without eating your whole afternoon.

Book it if:

• You like farms, animals, and learning by seeing how a system works
• You want a guided tasting with at least four wines rather than a quick pour-and-go
• You’re traveling with family and want kids included in a meaningful way
• You eat cold cuts and cheeses and don’t need vegan options

Skip it if:

• Vegan food is required
• You can’t handle an outdoor terrace ending if the weather turns (even with rescheduling options, you’ll still need flexibility)

Overall, for the price, you’re getting a genuine farm visit plus a multi-wine flight paired with regional snacks. That combination is the whole point here, and it’s hard to beat.

FAQ

How long is the biodynamic farm and natural wines tasting?

It lasts about 2 hours.

Where does the tour start?

It starts at La Pesenata (Società agricola), Località Palù della Pesenata 2A, 37017 Lazise VR, Italy.

What time does this specific session run?

The start time listed is 4:30 pm. The experience also offers morning or afternoon tour times.

How many wines are included in the tasting?

You’ll taste at least 4 biodynamic natural wines, including Chiaretto and Bardolino.

What food is included?

Cold cuts, cheeses, and bread are included as snacks.

Is vegan food available?

No. The experience states it cannot serve vegan food.

Is private transportation included?

No. Private transportation is not included.

What languages is the tour offered in?

The tour is offered in English.

How big is the group?

There is a maximum of 15 travelers.

FAQ

What happens if it rains heavily?

The tasting can be canceled with a full refund or rescheduled in case of heavy rain.

Is there free cancellation?

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