You don’t have to travel to Italy to experience a 14th century Tuscan castle. Castello di Amorosa is the realization of fourth-generation winemaker Dario Sattui’s all-consuming passion to build an authentic castle to honor his Italian heritage and love for medieval architecture. The castle, built over 15 years using historic methods and materials imported from Italy, features a drawbridge, a moat, five towers, defensive ramparts, a chapel, stables, an armory, vaulted wine cellars, and even a torture chamber.
After our tour, we will enjoy a private tour and a seated tasting of six premium wines coupled with unique pairings of cheese, charcuterie, and chocolates. Those who do not drink wine can enjoy signature grape juices and non-alcoholic wines, featuring varietals such as Moscato, Cabernet Sauvignon, Muscat, and Gewürztraminer
After our castle visit, we will continue to the charming town of Calistoga for free time and lunch on your own.
Read more about the castle's history.
Watch a 2 1/2-minute video featuring Dario Sattui.
Depart 8:00 a.m. from Davis Target and 8:20 a.m. from University Retirement Community. Return in reverse at approximately 5:30 p.m. and 5:45 p.m.
Activity Level: 2 (60-minute walking tour, time on your own in Calistoga)