The painting’s place in the refectory, which was designed by Palladio, had never been filled; Lowe installed his copy in the exact spot.

Rolling through towns overflowing with Renaissance art and architecture, from Giotto and Tintoretto to Palladio, was certainly a highlight.

The tasting room is always busy, and Paschina oversees a top-notch restaurant called Palladio, featuring northern Italian cuisine, and a small luxury inn.