In the heart of industrious [Veneto](/region/veneto), the Berici hills represent a little haven of beauty and tranquility. These are the hills that rise out of the flat plains, between Vicenza and Verona. The local grape is [Tai Rosso](/tai-rosso) but there are also exciting things happening with other varieties. The most obvious example is [Carménère](/carmenere) where [Azienda Agricola Inama](/producer/azienda-agricola-inama) in particular are pioneering a project to demonstrate just how well this notoriously challenging variety is adapting to the Berici hills. Despite its relative newness as a wine region the Berici area is full of history. [Cantina Pegoraro](/producer/cantina-pegoraro) for example is housed in a 13th century convent.