Lenotti, Bardolino Superiore 'Le Olle'

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Area of Production: Region: Veneto. The vineyard ” La Pra ” is located in the classic hilly area on the eastern shores of Lake Garda. Recently, some ancient medieval wine jugs (wine jugs in Italian means le olle) were discovered intact during some excavation in this vineyard. The wine jugs are now exhibited in a venice museum where they continue to provide a glimpse into the ancient history of both our vineyards and our wine.

Grapes: Produced in limited quantities from red grapes Corvina (65%), Rondinella (25%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (10%). Grown on the vineyard ” La Pra ” (with 5000 plants per hectare) they are planted exclusively with the espalier-guyot system. The quantity produced is 7 tons per hectare.

Soil composition: Morainic origin mixed with clay.

Vinification and Production System: As soon as they are harvested (end of september), 70% of the grapes are immediately lightly pressed, and 30% of the grapes are dried for a short period and lightly pressed. The fermentation of the must lasts 8-9 days at a controlled temperature of approximately 24°c. And with a daily delestage. Aged partially in oak butts and partially in thermo conditioned steel tanks. Cold bottling in sterile bottling line.

Organoleptic Description: Dry red wine, full-bodied and harmonious.

Color: Intense ruby red.

Bouquet: Delicate, fragrant and spicy, with hints of ripened fruit.

Taste: Dry, savoury and intense.