Lessini Durello DOC – Collineri Riserva – Cantina di Montecchia di Crosara – 2022

The Lessini Durello Collineri Riserva  from the Montecchia di Crosara winery

The Lessini Durello DOC Collineri Riserva  from the Montecchia di Crosara winery is 100% Durella grapes. Durella is the native vine of the Lessini Mountains in Veneto; it is a white grape, ancient and rustic, with a compact bunch; the name comes from the hardness of the grape skin and the high acidity that makes it perfect for sparkling wine.

The Winemaking

After the harvest the selected ones are taken to the cellar for winemaking, beginning with a soft pressing. The must ferments in steel tanks at a controlled temperature; the spring after the harvest, the wine is bottled with the addition of yeasts for the second fermentation and ages for thirty-six months. After disgorging, the wine rests for a few more months in the cellar before being released onto the market.

Tasting the wine of the winery

Straw yellow with golden reflections and a fine and persistent perlage; the aroma is elegant with pleasant notes of lime and bergamot that intertwine with hints of lemon balm to close with puffs of sage. Fresh and soft on the palate, this classic method sparkling wine is creamy with a pleasant mineral note and a long and persistent finish.

Food Pairings

The Lessini Durello DOC Collineri sparkling wine is excellent as an aperitif and goes well with fish but also with white meats and medium-aged cheeses. Try it with tuna tartare.

THE AWARDS

– Bibenda: 4 grapes
– Veronelli: 87/100
– Associazione Italiana Sommelier – 3 vines (Vwine of great stylistic and organoleptic profile)

THE WINERY

The winery of Montecchia di Crosara, located in the heart of the Veneto wine region, is renowned for its exceptional sparkling wines. These wines, crafted from selected grapes like Garganega and Durella, embody the sparkling excellence of the region. The winery employs both traditional and innovative methods to ensure high-quality sparkling wines characterized by freshness and distinctive aromatic notes.

Guided tours offer an immersion into the production process, with tastings that allow guests to appreciate the lively bubbles and fine perlage of their sparkling wines. The winery’s oenologists share their passion, offering an engaging experience for wine enthusiasts.

The Montecchia di Crosara winery is a reference point for those seeking authentic and high-quality sparkling wines, reflecting the perfect balance between tradition and modernity. Discover the sparkling flavors of Veneto and be captivated by the elegance of their sparkling wines.