Verona IGP, sometimes referenced as Provincia di Verona IGP or in the case of Allegrini’s famous Palazzo del Torre, Veronese IGP, this catch all appellation covers a plethora of grapes and styles.
“Golden colour with seductive mellow notes of cooked pear, bruised apple, hazelnut, almond and flowers. The palate is soft and sapid, inevitably tamed by six years of age to it. A round, harmonious, elegant palate.”
“Restrained nose gradually reveals layers of black fruit and damp earth. Takes a while to open out but when it does, it seduces with elegant floral aromas, ethereal fragrances of violets, spice and chocolate. Thunderous waves of blackcurrant compote engulf a robust, tannic structure. Matched by prominent acidity and alcohol to ensure a top wine and a triumph for the Mazzi family.”
Cesari is one of the classic names of Venetian wine. Founded in 1936, the winery has gone from strength to strength and is now an iconic quality brand on the Italian wine scene.
Giovanni Ederle is a young winemaker in the Valpolicella area of Veneto. He focuses on sustainable viticulture and prefers minimal intervention in the cellar.
Monte del Frà is a quality oriented producer based in the small appellation of Custoza. One of the leading producers of this often overlooked territory, the estate also produces wines from neighbouring Valpolicella further east in the Veneto.
Cà Bottura is situated in the heart of Bardolino. Maurizio Andreoli inherited his passion for vineyards from his father Romano, and today Maurizio, together with his son Andrea farm land in the hills of Bardolino, Costermano and Garda.
Cantina di Negrar is a co-operative cellar founded in 1933 in the village of Negrar, not far from Verona. It has been known throughout its long history for the production of Amarone della Valpolicella and today remains an impressive Venetian brand consistently winning awards.
Cantina Roberto Mazzi is a small family farm producing the traditional wines of Valpolicella. Based in the village of Negrar, Stefano and Antonio Mazzi continue the work of their father Roberto from their seven hectares.
