There is only one place in the world where dorona di Venezia grapevines grow, and that is the Venissa wine estate, a 2.5-acre plot of land seasoned by the salt waters of the Adriatic on the tiny island of Mazzorbo. Cruise across the sparkling Venetian Lagoon for a one-of-a-kind experience at this unique vineyard resurrected over the past few decades by the Bisol family, famous for producing prosecco di Valdobbiadene since the 16th century. Learn about the history of the dorona vineyard and traditional methods used to cultivate the “the golden grape of Venice,” producing just 3,500 bottles a year. Admire the craftsmanship of the bottle, handcrafted by one of Murano’s famous glass artists with a gold leaf label and designed specifically to hold this rare wine that was once sipped only by the doges of Venice. In the tasting room, try the prosecco and a selection of Venetian snacks known as cicheti, made with ingredients from the Venissa estate’s gardens, orchards and fishery.
Learn how the unique terroir, traditional methods and the rare dorona di Venezia grape combine to create a special wine only found on the Venetian island of Mazzorbo.