Rosato 2020 Ca' Lustra Zanovello

The creation of this Rosato was a challenge that Zanovello took on with curiosity at the end of the 2000s. The Merlot and Cabernet grapes used are international varieties that express themselves in a unique way in the Euganean Hills. The Merlot offers fruity notes and soft tannins, while the Cabernet stands out for its herbaceous notes and strong tannins. The vines are planted on red clay and gravel soils at an altitude of about 50 metres above sea level, with a controlled yield of 50 to 60 quintals per hectare. The vines grow in sunny soils among broom, olive trees and aromatic plants, giving the wine fragrant nuances of dried flowers, crisp white fruits and herbs. The grapes are harvested by hand, crushed, destemmed and gently pressed. Fermentation is spontaneous, using wood and cement, and stabilisation (protein and tartaric) is a natural process that develops over two years of ageing before bottling. The balance between acidity and sweetness makes for a tight and always interesting sip. On the table, it goes well with a wide range of dishes, from tartar to a plate of spaghetti with butter and anchovies, preferring dishes with a savoury or spicy tendency.