Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG
Things to do in Valdobbiadene: Cartizze, San Pietro di Barbozza and Santo Stefano
What to see and do in Valdobbiadene and on the Cartizze hill, the most prized cru of Prosecco Superiore DOCG: winery visits and tastings, bookable in 30 seconds.
Cartizze is a hill covering just 108 hectares above Valdobbiadene, divided between the towns of San Pietro di Barbozza, Santo Stefano and Saccol. Cartizze is regarded as the most prestigious cru in the entire Prosecco Superiore di Valdobbiadene DOCG region. Thanks to the microclimate and the morainic soil, a unique wine is produced. It is no coincidence that these few hectares are considered among the most valuable agricultural lands in Italy.
Visiting Cartizze means tasting Prosecco in the very place where it is made. In this area, between San Pietro di Barbozza and Santo Stefano, you'll find Prosecconow's partner wineries: you can book a guided tasting in a matter of seconds, directly via WhatsApp, and discover the difference between a Prosecco Superiore DOCG and Cartizze, its premium version.
Valdobbiadene is the natural starting point. The town itself takes a couple of hours — the main square, the Duomo, Villa dei Cedri — and it is the gateway to the Prosecco Road, which climbs from here towards San Pietro di Barbozza, Santo Stefano and Guia. A single day fits a loop through the hill villages plus one or two winery experiences; a weekend adds a walk among the rows and dinner in the vineyard. These hills have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2019.
The hills of Prosecco Superiore DOCG, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Wineries to visit in the Cartizze area
Our partner wineries in the heart of Cartizze and the surrounding area, each offering its own guided tasting. Tap to find out more and book your experience.
Frequently asked questions about Cartizze
What exactly is Cartizze?
Cartizze is a hill covering just 108 hectares above Valdobbiadene, divided between the villages of San Pietro di Barbozza, Santo Stefano and Saccol. Cartizze is considered the most prestigious cru in the entire Prosecco Superiore di Valdobbiadene DOCG: its steep, south-facing vineyards produce a wine regarded as the finest expression of its appellation.
Where is Cartizze located?
Cartizze is situated above Valdobbiadene, in the province of Treviso, in the heart of the Prosecco Superiore DOCG hills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The villages in question are San Pietro di Barbozza and Santo Stefano, which can be reached by car in about an hour from Venice or Treviso.
Can you visit a winery in Cartizze and take part in a tasting?
Yes. Several wineries in the area offer guided tastings, subject to booking. With Prosecconow, you can book in a matter of seconds via WhatsApp: choose your experience and your request goes straight to the winery, in the heart of Cartizze.
What is the difference between Prosecco DOCG and Cartizze?
Cartizze is a specific sub-zone within the Prosecco Superiore di Valdobbiadene DOCG, considered the finest. Whilst Prosecco Superiore DOCG covers a large area, Cartizze comes exclusively from those 108 hectares of particularly suitable land: the result is a wine with unique aromas, often in its Dry version.
How much does a wine tasting in the Cartizze area cost?
Prices for guided tastings generally start at around 20-40 euros per person and include a visit to the winery and a tasting of several glasses, along with a selection of local produce. The experiences bookable via Prosecconow state the price per person.
How do you get to the Cartizze area?
The most convenient way is by car: from Valdobbiadene, head up towards San Pietro di Barbozza and Santo Stefano along scenic roads winding through the vineyards. From Venice or Treviso, it takes about an hour to get there. The area is steep and picturesque: drive carefully and enjoy the view.
What to do in Valdobbiadene in one day?
The centre of Valdobbiadene takes about two hours. Spend the rest of the day on the hill: the climb to San Pietro di Barbozza and Santo Stefano, the Cartizze viewpoint and a winery tasting. With more time, continue to Guia and the San Vigilio sanctuary.
Which wineries can you visit in Valdobbiadene?
The partner wineries listed on this page all sit between Valdobbiadene and the hill hamlets of San Pietro di Barbozza, Santo Stefano and Guia. Each offers a guided tasting bookable via WhatsApp, with times and prices shown on its page.
How do you get to Valdobbiadene?
Valdobbiadene is about 50 minutes from Treviso and an hour and a half from Venice by car. There is free parking in the centre; up on the hill space is tight and you park in the wineries' own yards. The Prosecco Road can be driven, cycled or walked in sections.
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