Veneto
Veneto is a land of ancient winemaking traditions, which today boasts the primacy in Italy for the production of DOC wines. The wine production of the region is qualified not only through the widest and most varied panorama of vineyards and wines, from whites to reds, from sparkling wines to passito, but also thanks to a strong vocation for quality, with as many as 14 DOCG wines, 28 DOC wines and 10 IGT wines.
Much of the Veneto, due to its climatic and morphological characteristics, is an area where excellent grapes are grown; viticulture is practiced both in the flat area, very rich in streams, and on the hills, which have a mild climate and fertile soils. With its 78,200 hectares of vineyards it is certainly one of the most interesting regions, especially for the variety of wines produced there, from the great reds of Valpolicella such as Amarone and Ripasso, to the fragrant and intense whites such as Soave and Lugana (appellation that it shares with the Lombardia) to Prosecco in its various variations, from Asolo DOCG to Cartizze.
Venetian red wine
Venetian red wine is known all over the world thanks to Amarone della Valpolicella. This red wine obtained from grapes subjected to drying ranks among the great Italian reds, and due to its characteristics of longevity and structure it is often one of the most coveted wines by collectors. In Valpolicella, however, there is also Valpolicella ripasso (obtained by resting on the lees of Amarone), and classic and superior Valpolicella. Not far away, we find Bardolino, more fruity and easy to drink, especially loved across the border. In Veneto there are also non-native grapes, such as on the Colli Berici, where Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are at home, alongside the curious local grape tocai rosso, similar to cannonau or grenache. Finally, interesting results are obtained from the carmenere grape and above all from the Raboso, which gives life to an excellent red wine and a noteworthy passito.
Veneto white wine
Veneto white wine has been successful thanks to the Lugana appellation (in common with Lombardy), an excellent white wine with complex aromas, which is also interesting for aging. The Soave and Gambellara appellation was also of great importance, in which white wines have made famous producers such as Pieropan. Among the white grapes of interest there are undoubtedly the Vespaiola, with which the Torcolato di Breganze passito wine is produced, but also the yellow Moscato, which in the Euganean Hills originates the Moscato Fiori d'Arancio DOCG, a sweet sparkling wine with greedy aromas. However, white wine in Veneto means above all glera, with a growing production of Prosecco, which recently saw the release of the new Prosecco rosé, born from glera and pinot noir.
What is the best Venetian red wine?
Amarone della Valpolicella is undoubtedly the best Venetian red wine, and ranks among the best Italian wines thanks to its longevity, which allows it to age in the cellar for up to 20 or 30 years like Barolo and Brunello.
What is the best match for Veneto white wine?
Veneto white wine is rich in aromas and normally does not have much acidity, which is why it is suitable for pairing with river fish but also with egg-based dishes or enriched with sauces with aromatic herbs and bechamel. Try for example to combine Soave with pasta alla carbonara or Lugana with trout alla mugnaia, it will be a success!
Which are the most famous wine producers in Veneto?
The most famous wine producers of Veneto are undoubtedly those of Valpolicella, such as Quintarelli, Masi, Bertani, but also Tommasi, Dal Forno and Allegrini. However, there are also prominent names in the Soave appellation, such as Pieropan.
Trevenezie IGT Scaia Garganega - Chardonnay 2023 Tenuta Sant'Antonio
The Veneto Bianco Scaia of Tenuta Sant'Antonio is born in vineyards located in the municipalities of Colognola ai Colli and Mezzane di Sotto, in the province of Verona.
It is produced with Garganega, Trebbiano di Soave and Chardonnay grapes, harvested only by hand. After a cold maceration for 10-12 hours and a soft pressing, the grapes ferment at a low temperature of 14-15 ° C. Subsequently the wine ages in stainless steel tanks.
It is characterized by a straw yellow color with greenish reflection...
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Vino Spumante Brut Rosé Santa Margherita
The Brut Rosé Sparkling Wine of Santa Margherita is produced from Glera, Chardonnay and Malbec vines, which grow on medium-textured river-alluvial soils with porphyritic components that give this sparkling wine a distinct and intriguing personality.
The vinification begins with a base of white wine to which a rosé is added obtained from the brief maceration of the red grapes on the skins. The second fermentation takes place in a horizontal autoclave at controlled temperatures for about a month, f...
View product pageProsecco DOC Rosé Brut Torresella
This Prosecco Rosé Brut is produced by Torresella, whose vineyards are located between the Alps and the Venice lagoon, creating peculiar climatic conditions and a fertile land rich in minerals.
In 1984, the path towards sustainable growth began, which takes the form of obtaining the SQNPI certification (national quality system for integrated production): a production method aimed at minimizing the impact on the environment and on the health of consumers.
The Glera is vinified with a fermentation o...
View product pageGrappa di Amarone Barricata Riserva Privata Bottega
The Grappa di Amarone Riserva Privata Barricata della Bottega Spa comes from the pomace obtained by pressing the dried grapes used to produce Amarone and ages for at least 18 months in oak barrels.
Awarded with the five Bibenda bunches assigned to the best grappas in Italy, it amazes with its intense amber colour. The nose is characterized by an intense bouquet of honey, accompanied by pleasant notes of vanilla, toasted cocoa and spices. In the mouth it is round and persistent, with hints of nobl...
View product pageProsecco Treviso Extra Dry Millesimato DOC Il Fresco 2023 Villa Sandi
The Prosecco Treviso Extra Dry Millesimato of Villa Sandi comes from vineyards located in the municipality of Crocetta del Montello, in the province of Treviso.
It is produced entirely with Glera grapes, harvested only by hand. After the classic white winemaking processes, the second fermentation takes place by fermentation in a pressurized tank, according to the Charmat method, with ageing on its own yeasts.
Prosecco Treviso Extra Dry Millesimato of Villa Sandi is characterized by a pale straw ye...
View product pageAmarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG Biologico 2021 Domini Veneti
The Domini Veneti organic Amarone Docg is obtained from grapes coming from the Valpolicella Classica.
With vineyards located on dry terraces between 150 and 450 meters above sea level and on silt-clayey soils, the grapes are harvested manually between September and October to proceed with drying in the loft until January. The de-stemmed grapes are then pressed and fermented at a controlled temperature, macerating for 30 days. Manual punching down and malolactic fermentation precede the aging in 5...
View product pageValdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze Brut DOCG Solicum Soligo
The top label of the Solicum line, which represents the top quality of the Soligo winery, originates from the vineyards located in the historic area of Cartizze, just over 100 hectares in which the effect that can have a balance between soil and its microclimate on the wine quality.
The grapes are harvested by hand in September. In the cellar, the bunches are softly pressed and a slow fermentation then begins in steel tanks using selected yeasts. Second fermentation takes place in a pressurized t...
View product pageAmarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG Etichetta Storica 2018 Fabiano
The Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Nicola Fabiano is produced in limited quantities with grapes from the classic Valpolicella area.
It is obtained from Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara and Croatina grapes, carefully chosen and harvested by hand, subjected to a drying period of about 5 months according to the ancient traditional technique. Once the grapes have been gently pressed, fermentation takes place in steel vats for about 50 days. The wine ages for 30 months in large Slavonian oak barrels...
View product pageAmarone della Valpolicella DOCG 2019 Casalforte
This Amarone comes to life from the vineyards located north of Verona, in the production area of Valpolicella.
The result of a blend of Corvina, Rondinella and Corvinone grapes, left to dry in the lofts until January. Fermentation takes place slowly, with a period of maceration in contact with the skins. Aging in oak barrels follows for at least 24 months.
In the glass it has a deep garnet red color. The olfactory sensations are reminiscent of cherry jam and cinnamon, enriched with notes of vanill...
View product pageAmarone della Valpolicella DOCG Antonio Castagnedi 2019 Tenuta Sant'Antonio
The Amarone della Valpolicella Selection Antonio Castagnedi of Tenuta Sant'Antonio is born in vineyards located in the municipalities of Colognola ai Colli and Mezzane di Sotto, in the province of Verona.
It is mainly produced with Corvina and Rondinella, Croatina and Oseleta grapes, harvested only by hand. After a soft pressing, the grapes ferment in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature with selected yeasts. Subsequently the wine ages in barrique for 2 years before being bottled.
Anton...
View product pageValpolicella Ripasso Valpantena DOC 2021 Bertani
Valpolicella Ripasso di Bertani is born in vineyards located on the hills of Valpantena and Valpolicella Classica.
It is mainly produced with Corvina Veronese grapes and with Merlot and Rondinella grapes, harvested and selected entirely by hand at the end of September. The first fermentation takes place in special, wide and low steel tanks that allow greater contact between the skins and the must, at a controlled temperature of 20-22 ° C for 2 weeks. The second fermentation, "Ripasso", takes plac...
View product pageProsecco DOC Rosé Brut Marca Oro Valdo
Marca Oro Prosecco Rosé is an enrichment of the Marca Oro range and is a young and trendy product.
The wine is a red and white blend, which are softly pressed and then made sparkling in an autoclave according to the Charmat method, with a 3-month refinement.
It appears in the glass with a refined pink color and a fine and persistent bubble. Fragrant nose with aromas of flowers and raspberries. The wine has a soft and lively sip.
The perfect aperitif companion, it is enhanced when paired with fish d...
View product pageAmarone della Valpolicella DOCG 2018 Monte Zovo
An Amarone that is born in the vineyards of the Tregnago Estate, in the upper Val d'Illasi, Mezzane di Sopra and the Tregnago hills and from a fine blend of traditional Veronese grapes, Corvina between 55% and 65% Corvinone between 25% and 35% Rondinella between 5% and 15%. The marly calcareous soil gives the wine character and personality.
The harvest usually begins in the second week of September. The bunches are carefully selected by expert hands and placed in the special boxes, waiting for th...
View product pageAmarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG Costasera 2017 Masi
This Amarone Riserva represents a special selection of Costasera, the gentle giant of Masi. It is a point of reference for the Amaroni category, which together with Barolo and Brunello represents the aristocracy of Italian reds.
The Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes, with small additions from the rediscovery Oseleta, are left to overripe on bamboo racks, followed by fermentation at a controlled temperature and aging for at least 3 years in noble wood.
In the glass it is cloaked in a beautifu...
View product pageValpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC Etichetta Storica 2021 Fabiano
Fabiano's Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore comes from the rolling hills of Valpolicella, in the province of Verona.
It is produced with Corvina Veronese, Rondinella, Corvinone and Molinara grapes, harvested exclusively by hand. After the traditional drying operations and fermentation at a controlled temperature, the wine ages for 12 months in oak barrels.
Fabiano's Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore is a wine with a bright and intense ruby red colour. The nose is delighted by an elegan...
View product pageSoave Classico DOC La Rocca 2021 Pieropan
The Soave Classico La Rocca di Pieropan was born in the homonymous vineyard located on the Monte Rocchetta hill, close to the medieval castle of the town of Soave.
It is produced with 100% Garganega grapes, harvested exclusively by hand with a double passage to select only the most ripe grapes. After destemming and crushing, the grapes are left to macerate briefly, then the must ferments in barrels at a controlled temperature of 16-18 ° C. The wine ages in wood for about 12 months in contact with...
View product pageProsecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry Galie Astoria
Prosecco Galìe by Astoria is born on hilly terrain at approx. 150 masl and is produced exclusively from Glera grapes.
The manual harvest takes place in September, followed by soft pressing and static decanting of the must. The first fermentation takes place in steel containers at 18 ° C with selected yeasts, followed by first fermentation in pressurized tank for 20-25 days, then 5-10 days on the lees. It rests in the bottle a few weeks before being put on the market.
In the glass the wine is straw...
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