Garganega 2020 Ca' Lustra Zanovello

This Garganega is the result of a long process of experimentation. After about ten years of dedication and attention to detail, it has achieved the desired balance and has earned a place in the prestigious Zanovello Selections. This wine takes its name from the grape variety from which it is made. The vineyards are located on a grey marl seam, known locally as 'tère bianche', at an altitude of about 200 metres, which cuts the valley in half and gives the wine complex aromas. It is a difficult land to cultivate, characterised by hardness in dry years and excessive fertility in wet years. The Garganega variety is mainly grown in the Veneto region. This vine is characterised by high productivity and good resistance to pathogens, which has led to its widespread cultivation. The grapes, which are large and of an intense golden colour, ripen late, which allows them to undergo maceration and withering. In fact, the decision to macerate the skins for about 10 days during fermentation was a good one. The fermentation is spontaneous, i.e. it is the indigenous yeasts that are naturally present on the grapes that convert the sugars into alcohol. This process takes place in wooden barrels. On the palate it is dry, full-bodied and has an excellent acidity balance. The aftertaste is persistent, slightly tannic and spicy. The intense golden colour, also due to the maceration on the skins, suggests overripe and dehydrated fruit and offers an enveloping sensory experience. Garganega Veneto IGT is ideal with ethnic cuisine, perfect with dishes such as chicken curry or spicy pasta dishes. However, it is not afraid of more daring culinary challenges, combining harmoniously with fish au gratin, glazed duck, stuffed guinea fowl and cheeses matured in herbs or hay.