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Since 1980, Vin Marottoli's Wine Lovers Tours has been offering exclusive and unique wine tours around the world. If you like food and culture, then Vin’s wine tours are for you.

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Wine Tours To All of the Best Wine Regions in the World!

Join Vin Marottoli and friends visit some of the best wineries and wine regions in the world including France, Spain, Italy, Germany and even a few wine regions right here in the United States. Wine Lovers hosts group wine tours made up of oenophiles, vintners, sommeliers and wine merchants from across the United States in small group tours designed for those who may not necessarily like group tours.

Vin has 30 years of experience leading group wine tours across Europe and will ensure attention to detail and the best use of your time. Enjoy beautiful sights, delectable native cuisines and of course, a variety of wines exclusive to the wineries and wine regions we visit! Join us today!

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Wine Tour to South Africa: Capetown, Stellenbosch & Constantia
~~$4,750.00~~ $4,600.00
- March 13 - March 21, 2020
- 9 days / 8 nights with stays in Capetown, Stellenbosch & Constantia
  
  Tastings at top wineries in the area
  
  Breakfast daily & 8 gourmet lunches or dinners
  
  Book Soon! Limited Spots Available (Max. 12 People)
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Chile Wine Tour: The Wine Valleys of Chile
~~$4,399.00~~ $4,249.00
- April 18 - April 26, 2020
- 9 days / 8 nights with stays in Santiago & Colchagua
  
  VIP winery visits in the wine valleys of Maipo, Colchagua & Casablanca
  
  Breakfast daily plus 8 exquisite lunches or dinners
  
  Sightseeing, activities, airport transfers
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Argentina Wine Tour I: Wines of Mendoza Valley
~~$3,399.00~~ $3,249.00
- April 26 - May 1, 2020
- 6 days / 5 nights in Mendoza
  
  VIP winery visits & tastings at top wineries in Mendoza Valley
  
  Breakfast daily plus 5 exquisite lunches or dinners
  
  Sightseeing, activities, airport transfers

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Wine Regions Testimonials

We want to thank you for making our first trip abroad such a great success. Your planning and attention to the little details allowed us to experience the French people

Bill & Dolores Dabney New Jersey

I really enjoyed the trip - it was the best tour I ever paid for. I liked the pace, people and price, hey, that's 3 p's! I like how you

Charlie Adler Washington, DC

We had a wonderful time on your trip. We've been sharing our pictures, truffle stuff and stories with our friends here in California. Thank you.

John & Karen Hovannisian

Thank you again for preparing such an enjoyable trip to Scotland. The castle tours were fun- and the cold/rainy weather made the scotch distillery tours even more warm and cozy.

Linda Velez Connecticut

July just wasn't July without being on a wine trip with you, so enclosed is my Burgundy deposit...! Since my first trip with you was Champagne and Burgundy 1990, it

Penny Marland Veteran of Vin's Tours

If you get the chance to go on one of Vin Marottoli's wine and food tours, don't be afraid to venture out with his groups. My bet is that you

Don Kaiser Connecticut

We found the tour exhilarating, educational and very comprehensive. The accommodations were excellent... and transportation was excellent. Vin, you are a rare person who enjoys France and displays a degree

Jerry & Beverly Foster Wine Lovers Tours Alumni

Hard to improve on this trip!

The Van Dorens Florida

Another superb Marottoli wine tour is behind us, and we are left with happy memories and some photos, a few of which are enclosed. What a photogenic family! That last

Penny Marland Connecticut

I always thought the Spain/Portugal trip was my favorite. But it's a tie with "Wine and Truffles" now. Where do you find such great people to take the tours?

LaVera Nagle South Carolina

"I'm looking forward to another great 'Life experience.' Your planning and execution are always memorable."

Julie Owen Connecticut

We're looking forward to the wine, the truffles, the scenery, the company, the vowel movements, and yes...even the frog! See you soon.

Linda & Dave Holzinger Florida

Now that we have fully recovered from our 3 week trip to France we want to thank you for such a wonderful trip to the Loire Valley and Burgundy. We

Dr. André and Peggy Laz Florida

Thank you for the wonderful newsletter. We truly loved the time we spent with you and Roz and who could forget the night your daughter became engaged!! The whole experience

Randy & Nikki Huisenga Connecticut

Traveling with Vin Marottoli to visit the very best vineyards and meet winemakers around the world is pure pleasure. His trips are fun, exciting and informative. You get into the

John & Karen Schneider Connecticut

Both Gail and I enjoyed the whole trip immensely! The pace was just about right and the food and wine were great. We especially enjoyed the barrel tasting and we

Gail & Charles Bock Utah

Thank you for another great tour- that makes 7 for us. The Veneto, Austria and Hungary itineraries had the correct balance of wineries, cities and great friends.

Anne & Mike Hickey Utah

I know wine, and Vin Marottoli's Wine Lovers Tours are a must stop on the world wine scene. Vin's presentation is vino-perfect as he combines wine, travel, and culture into

Judge Bill Riccitelli Rhode Island

We had a great time in France. We especially enjoyed the guides we had at several of the vineyards and their discussions of how the mineral content of the layers

Rich & Kathy Heffernan Connecticut

Mike and I enjoyed the trip to Sicily and the good food and wine. Hope to go on another wine tour.

Audrey Siska First time traveler with WLT in 2002

My Spain trip was one of the best I have ever been on. As a 'first-timer,' I really did not know what to expect and so was delighted with everything.

Mary Beth Stockman Connecticut

I want to express our appreciation to you and Roz for the wonderful trip to California. Everything was perfect. The selection of wineries was thoughtful and well balanced. The reception

Jack Landau Connecticut

Thank you for a lovely and most interesting and definitely educational trip to Austria and Hungary. Always enjoy traveling with you and your darling family.

Carolyn Kachman South Carolina

We wanted to thank you for the fine trips to Northeast Italy, Austria and Hungary. Over the years Carol and I have done a lot of touring in wine areas,

Carol & Charlie Goolsbee Texas

Just want to express my thanks and appreciation for yet another outstanding wine tour! Your recent tour of Northeast Italy-with stays in Venice, Verona and Trento- was my 8th trip

Heidi McLain Maryland

We think and talk often of our wonderful trip to France! Recently, at a couples group we belong to, we were asked to share what our favorite trip together was

The Tylers New Hampshire

We would like to thank you for a wonderful, marvelous, fabulous and unforgettable trip to the Rhone Valley and French Riviera. In reviewing our photos, we realize how much we

Regina & Lee Steeneck Connecticut

I enjoyed meeting all of you on a wine and travel lovers dream come true. In many ways it was a 'trip of a lifetime!' I certainly hope that you

Tom Fries Ohio

It's true that we have spent a very enjoyable week together and just as before, I have wonderful memories of the group. The success of your tours is due essentially

Philippe Ban Vin's bus driver in the Rhone Valley

I truly enjoyed our adventure to discover the wines of Southern France. I did my research ahead of time, but the trip down the Rhone River, then Provence, and ending

Judge Bill Riccitelli Rhode Island

“Caro Vincenzo: As you could experience, we had as much pleasure as you! We did our best to make you and your group feel at home and enjoy your visit.

Daniel Pisano host of our visit to Pisano Winery

We are embarrassed that it has taken so long to thank you for a GREAT TRIP. We’ve already told several of our wine-loving friends about your tours and hope that

Joann & Paul Trujillo 1st time travelers Uruguay/Argentina ‘11

Just a quick note to again thank you for a wonderful Uruguay/ Argentina tour. Good fun, good time. I’m richer for your insight and efforts.

Brian McGee 1st time traveler Uruguay/Argentina ‘11

I had a wonderful time on the trip to Portugal/Spain. Everyone was so kind and helpful. It’s amazing how the group bonded and became a community.

Mimi Tellis First time traveler with Wine Lovers Tours

When traveling with Vin it feels like you are traveling with family. His attention to detail, preparation and knowledge make the trip so pleasurable and stress- free. His sense of

Mark Battista Conecticut

The Bordeaux tours this past May were the best ever: best wine, best food, best company and best visits. Thank you for this experience.

Margie & Neill Bassford Over 15 tours with Wine Lovers Tours

The visit to Siena and surrounding hill towns was wonderful and we really enjoyed everything about the experience. Things have certainly changed since our visit there with you 15 years

Beverly & Jerry Foster multiple tours with Vin & WLT including Tuscany 2012

I enjoyed Tuscany and Emilia Romagna, a great blend of wine, food and sight-seeing. We went as tourists to places where few tourists go, and the cooking class with Sergio

William Riccitelli, Esq

You left out one of my favorite benefits of going on an organized tour: No driving! Just get on the bus and read, nap, or follow the map! After a

Heidi McLean Founder - To Your Taste!® Wine Party Kit

The Bordeaux “101” and “201” trips exceeded our expectations and after traveling with you to Uruguay and Argentina, our expectations were high. We were not “newbe’s” to Bordeaux, but our

Barbara & Bruce Adams California

"Thanks for another great tour. You are a master at putting together interesting, innovative and surprising tours with a combination of fine wine, good food and interesting culture. Each of

Bill Pugh Veteran of Vin's Tours

Thank you so much for the wonderful tour of Tuscany complete with a great group of travelers, excellent wine, food and accommodations. In addition we visited many places and with

Dr. André Laz Wine Lovers Tours Alumnus

Your French was a major bonus for us, making it possible to communicate with winemakers without being limited to whatever English they could muster.

Don Janson Michigan

Just a note to say I received the itinerary for the trip to Spain and I am overwhelmed by the quality of the visits you have arranged. I am looking

Ric Accola Connecticut

I want to thank you for a WONDERFUL tour. I didn’t think we could have done more, seen more, eaten more or drunk more than we did on this trip.

Carol DelFavero First-time traveler with Wine Lovers Tours

Vin, respond to Thomas Heath (travel writer Washington Post) about your trips. He should write about your trips. They really do add value to the experience.

Susan Cecil Long-time traveler with Wine Lovers Tours

All I can say is your tours are much better than most tours because they are small group and, from my experience, you seem to take into account the fact

C. DelFavero Connecticut

I agree wholeheartedly with the arguments for a guided tour vs one on your own. I have done both, and will only go on my own to a country I

L. Riess North Carolina

I agree with your analysis 100%. Great people, great food and wine, immersion in the local culture, and of course a terrific director/guide with lots of stories to tell! It

B. Corso Connecticut

I enjoyed Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna, a great blend of wine, food and sight seeing. We went as tourists to places where few tourists go and the cooking class with Sergio

Judge Bill Riccitelli Multiple tours with Wine Lovers Tours

What a wonderful travel experience to Tuscany! This is my 3rd tour with you and will not be my last.

Sue Simmat Connecticut

"We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves in Rioja. ‘Don Reyes' was a highlight for me and you were at your best. I look forward to Sicily and future trips."

Harvey Kaufman Wine Lovers Alumni

I just wanted to let you know that I (and Margie, of course) had a fabulous time on your Bordeaux tours this year. Great wines, great food, and great company

Neill Bassford Wine Maker - Elk Run Vineyards

I really did mean it at our farewell dinner when I said the tour to Volpaia was one of the 10 best days of my life. Your tour was so

Joan O’Dowd First time traveler with Vin in 2012

“Once again we had a wonderful time on your tour. The wineries, food and company were amazing and the country superb. Too much fun! We haven’t stopped talking about it.”

John & Karen Hovannisian California

“La ringrazio e sono molto contento che vi siete trovati bene. Se vuole tornare bisogna solo avvertire, io l’aspetto.” (I thank you for your visit and am very happy that

Maurizio Vallona Enoteca Fattorie Vallona

Just a note to tell you how much I enjoyed the trip. It was also great to get to meet you both after years of Jan saying how great you

Totsy Gano First-time traveler with Vin in 2013

As always, we really enjoyed our recent trip with you. Croatia was even more beautiful than we expected and we certainly covered a lot of territory. The scenery was spectacular,

Bob & Maura Matthieu Connecticut

Thank you again for two wonderful tours. Piedmont was outstanding and Tuscany was super. I have just completed putting our pictures in a scrapbook, so I was able to relive

Elaine Lazarus Veteran of Wine Lovers Tours

Thanks again for the great trips. The winery visits in Piedmont and Tuscany, the wine, the food, and the company were wonderful. Everything was well organized and balanced thanks to

Marge Bassford Virginia

Vin, thanks for the recent newsletter. It brought back such great memories of our France/Italy truffle trips with you, as well as the outstanding trip we took with you to

Beverly & Jerry Foster California

There is a void in our lives right now as we are missing the joy of looking forward to our next ‘Vin trip.’ Can’t wait to get next year’s brochure

Bob & Judy Bruce Florida

Our trip to Chile is our 11th or 12th with you. We enjoy your small groups and on a scale of one to ten your trips are either nines or

Harvey Kaufman Tennessee

It was a fabulous trip-interesting history, good wines, good food & best of all, good company. Thanks again!

Jan Lewis Houston, TX

Once again, the Italy trips (our 10th with you!) this Fall were wonderful and much more interesting and easier than we could have done on our own. Visiting wineries we

Barbara & Bruce Adams California

I highly recommend treating yourself to an enjoyable tour guided by a true wine aficionado. Vin was enthusiastic, friendly and very knowledgeable. The trip exceeded my expectations, everything was absolutely

Carolina G Interior Designer

I want to tell you that I had a great experience in all ways: visits, wines, foods, hotels, driver and group all good. I do not identify with the "winery

Joe Nechasek Spain Rioja Region Wine Tour

So happy to meet you both! I did have a wonderful time and the "Gang" was a lot of laughs. So glad you're doing France in October. May can be

Vivienne Roberts Spain Rioja Region Wine Tour

Just a short note about the two fabulous wine tours to Northwestern Spain (Galicia) and Portugal I joined you on this year. Having traveled with you since your tour of

Neill Bassford Wine Maker - Elk Run Vineyards

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Wine Tours To All of the Best Wine Regions in the World!

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Chile Wine Tour: The Wine Valleys of Chile

Argentina Wine Tour I: Wines of Mendoza Valley

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