Zenato Azienda Vitivinicola
Valpolicella Superiore
2017
About this winery
The soul of the Lugana and the heart of the Valpolicella. The Zenato family owns 95 hectares of premium vineyards in the classic area of the Lugana and the Valpolicella. Two faces: one white, the other red, both emblems of high quality wines born from a visceral passion for the terroir, respect for time and a family tradition that has defended local grape varieties for more than 60 years. years. It was in 1960, in San Benedetto di Lugana, that the story of Sergio Zenato, founder of the...
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Product notes
Hilly zone, with an exposure to South-East and South-West. Average height of the land: 250/300 m. Soil of mostly clay, calcareous, rich in rock fragments.
Production notes
Manual harvest in October. The harvest is followed by de-stemming and traditional maceration for a period of 10 days in stainless steel fermenters. At the end of the alcoholic fermentation, the wine is separated from the skins with gentle pressing. Ageing in oak casks for about 12 months.
Tasting notes
Ruby red colour. Delicate nose, reminiscent of maraschino cherries and fruits of the wood. Mineral and dry taste and velvety feel with a good structure. Serve with pasta of different sauces, red meat, roasted or grilled meat.