Veneto | Wine region
Veneto is a wine region in northern Italy known for its first-class wines. The region is known for its mild climate and hilly landscape, which provides an ideal environment for viticulture. Vineyards in Veneto cover an area of more than 70,000 hectares and produce a wide variety of wines.
The climate in Veneto is mild with warm summers and cool winters. Winemakers in the region benefit from the stable weather and long hours of sunshine, which allow the grapes to fully ripen. The soil in Veneto is very diverse, ranging from chalky soils in the hills to sandy soils on the plains.
The main grape varieties grown in Veneto are Garganega, Corvina, Rondinella, and Merlot. Garganega is the main grape variety in Soave, one of the most famous white wines from Veneto. Corvina and Rondinella are used in the production of Valpolicella, one of the most famous red wines of the region. Merlot is often used in the production of red wine in Veneto and is often found in cuvees with other grape varieties.
The most important wines from Veneto are Prosecco, Soave and Valpolicella. Prosecco is a fresh, fruity sparkling wine made from the Glera grape. It is known for its fine perlage and light, refreshing style. Soave is a white wine made mainly from the Garganega grape. It has a pale color and a light, refreshing aroma with notes of green apple and citrus.
Valpolicella is a red wine made from the Corvina and Rondinella grapes. It has a strong red color and an intense aroma of cherries and spices. There is also a special version of Valpolicella called Amarone, made from the same grapes but through a special production process. Amarone is a full-bodied and complex wine with a strong flavor of berries and spices.
Veneto also has a variety of other wines, including Bardolino, Cabernet Franc and Pinot Grigio. Bardolino is a light and fruity red wine made from Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes. Cabernet Franc is often used in the production of so-called Bordeaux blends and Pinot Grigio is a dry and fresh white wine often served as an aperitif. - Gerardo [TS05/23]
Classic: Soave Classic: Prosecco Classic: Ripasso Classic: Amarone
Campo Sireso · Rosso Alto Mincio IGT 2018Ottella, Veneto
Campo Sireso is an exciting liason between the well-known grape varieties Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon and the typical native grape varieties of the Veneto. This proportion of Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella gives the wine that certain something and contributes a subtle spicy component.
€ 19,95 € 18,99 26,60 €/L
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Cosmo Cabernet-Sauvignon Merlot IGT 2011Musella, Veneto
Sophisticated cuvée of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot of ruby color. Reminiscent of black cherries, mint and aromatic herbs in the fragrance. Present acid structure and gripping tannin on the palate, persistent in the aftertaste. The name Cosmo (Ital. 'cosmos') indicates a wine which was built for eternity. - Gerardo [TS08/12]
€ 24,95 € 19,99 26,65 €/L
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Marta Galli · Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC 2016Le Ragose, Veneto
Vibrant ruby color in the glass. On the nose sweet notes of dried grapes, cherries, plums and some leather and licorice. The grapes, already selected in the vineyard, and their drying for 20-30 days give this wine, aged in French oak barrels, the characteristics, structure as well as concentration that distinguish it from traditional Valpolicella. - Gerardo [TS01/17]
€ 24,95 33,27 €/L
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Back to Silence · Lugana DOC 2022Ottella, Veneto
Back to Silence is a new label from Ottella: an intense golden Trebbiano with orange nuances in the glass. The nose is complex and rich of citrus and yellow fruits. On the palate of oranges, grapefruit, limes and slightly smoky notes. - Gerardo [TS02/23]
€ 21,95 29,27 €/L
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Cabernet-Sauvignon DOC 2017Le Ragose, Veneto
Deep, intense ruby color with violet reflections in the glass. The nose is intense and reminiscent of cassis, dark chocolate, some olive and pepper. The palate is determined and of persistent finish. - Gerardo [TS01/18]
€ 24,95 33,27 €/L
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Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2018Campagnola, Veneto
High quality Amarone della Valpolicella with top value for money: of deep red color with purple edges in the glass. In the fragrance of ripe cherries, plums and vanilla beans. In the drink velvety and juicy, with full body and rich flavor. - Gerardo [TS05/19]
€ 22,95 30,60 €/L
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L'Eremita · Recioto della Valpolicella DOC 2017Ca' Rugate, Veneto
Very deep ruby color. The bouquet shows aromas of small black berry fruits, with hints of herbs and spices on the finish. Clear, rounded sweetness on the palate, which is then contrasted by the silky sensation of tannins. - Gerardo [TS06/18]
€ 22,95 45,90 €/L
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L'Eremita · Recioto della Valpolicella DOC 2018Ca' Rugate, Veneto
Very deep ruby color. The bouquet shows aromas of small black berry fruits, with hints of herbs and spices on the finish. Clear, rounded sweetness on the palate, which is then contrasted by the silky sensation of tannins. - Gerardo [TS06/19]
€ 23,95 47,90 €/L
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DUE & DUE · 1x DUE Bianco, 1x DUE Rosso (2er Geschenkbox)Gianni Tessari, Veneto
Two copies of two wines, each from two grape varieties, in an attractive gift box:
€ 23,95 15,97 €/L
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Lessini Durello · Spumante Metodo Classico Brut DOCGianni Tessari, Veneto
The color of Lessini Durello Brut is a bright yellow, with a fine, dense and continuous perlage. The complex aroma has notes of white wild flowers and white-fleshed fruit, with a hint of sweetness from almonds and toasted bread nuances. Produced according to the Metodo Classico, this sparkling wine matures for three years in the underground caves of the Gianni Tessari winery. - Gerardo [TS01/24]
€ 24,95 33,27 €/L
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Spumante Pinot-Grigio ROSÉ Brut MAGNUM (2022) (Bio)La Jara, Veneto
One Magnum bottle (1,5-Litre) Spumante Pinot-Grigio Rosé Brut by La Jara:
€ 24,95 16,63 €/L
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Molceo · Lugana Riserva DOC 2020Ottella, Veneto
Lugana Riserva Molceo is vinified from late-harvested Trebbiano di Lugana grapes and then aged for one year in barrique barrels. The color is a clear golden yellow. The aroma is flattering with notes of exotic fruits, flowers and spices. The bouquet is further accented by some vanilla and honey aromas, which become more pronounced as the wine matures. Soft and lively on the palate, with a creamy texture and fine mineral components. Always of fascinating length. - Gerardo [TS02/21]
€ 24,95 33,27 €/L
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Ripa della Volta · Valpolicella Ripasso DOC 2020 (Bio)Ottella, Veneto
The Valpolicella Ripasso 'Ripa della Volta' (Valley of the Gods), comes from the second vineyard of the Montresor family (Ottella). After a long search, new vineyards were acquired and developed in the neighboring Valpolicella.
€ 24,95 33,27 €/L
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Prosecco Spumante Superiore Cartizze DOCG (2021)Col Vetoraz, Veneto
The Prosecco Cartizze comes from the renowned production area of the same name, and is vinified according to the Charmat metode. Intense and delicate aroma of flowers and ripe fruit. In the drink velvety, rich and aromatic. - Gerardo [TS06/22]
€ 27,95 € 24,99 33,32 €/L
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Cartizze · Prosecco Spumante Superiore Dry DOCG (2022)Le Colture, Veneto
Cartizze - from the best grapes of the single vineyard of the same name comes this excellent Prosecco Spumante: in the glass of pale yellow color and persistent perlage. In the fragrance intense floral aroma, in the taste still dry with sweet and fruity notes. - Gerardo [TS06/23]
€ 25,95 34,60 €/L
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Cabernet-Sauvignon DOC 2018Le Ragose, Veneto
Deep, intense ruby color with violet reflections in the glass. The nose is intense and reminiscent of cassis, dark chocolate, some olive and pepper. The palate is determined and of persistent finish. - Gerardo [TS01/19]
€ 25,95 34,60 €/L
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Valpolicella Superiore DOC 2019Marion, Veneto
The color in the glass is bright ruby red with violet nuances. The bouquet is reminiscent of sour cherries, cloves and laurel. On the palate great freshness, harmonious and of fine-grained tannin. Long the finish with noticeable minerality - Gerardo [TS04/20]
€ 25,95 34,60 €/L
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Selezione Castagnedi · Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG 2018Tenuta Sant Antonio, Veneto
On the nose of ripe red fruits and some licorice, black pepper and chocolate. Balanced on the palate with fat tannins, soft, warm and spicy. - Gerardo [TS08/19]
€ 26,95 35,93 €/L
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Valpo · Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso DOC 2014 (Bio)Fasoli Gino, Veneto
The deep dark and concentrated Rosso Veronese 'Valpo' has much of its 'big brother', the world-famous Amarone: the color is a rich garnet red, in the aroma of dried fruit, coffee and some licorice. The palate is fleshy and juicy, marked by sweet tannins. The complex aroma continues into the long finish. - Gerardo [TS05/15]
€ 29,95 € 26,99 35,99 €/L
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Custodia · Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2015Cantina di Custoza, Veneto
Intense Amarone of dark garnet color in the glass. On the nose, candied fruit and dried herbs and some caramel. The palate is full-bodied, structured and persistent. Sweet Amarone with very good price - performance ratio. - Gerardo [TS02/16]
€ 29,95 € 27,50 36,67 €/L
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Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG 2018Ca' Rugate, Veneto
This new, somewhat simpler Amarone version enjoys a shorter maceration period as well as a slightly shortened aging in barrique: the color is an intense garnet red, with ruby inclusions. The bouquet is reminiscent of ripe cherries and blackberries, as well as rum pot. On the palate of typical velvety, at the same time well-structured and of long finish. - Gerardo [TS06/19]
€ 31,95 42,60 €/L
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Lessini Durello Riserva · Spumante Metodo Classico Extra Brut DOC 2017Gianni Tessari, Veneto
The Lessini Durello Extra Brut has a brilliant antique gold color with bronze reflections. Bottle-fermented according to the Metodo Classico method (60 months), this sparkling wine is intense, enveloping and long-lasting. It is a complex, lively sparkling wine with interesting ripe aromatic nuances. There are hints of dark bread crust, acacia and honey notes. - Gerardo [TS01/18]
€ 29,95 39,93 €/L
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Marta Galli · Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC 2016 (1er Holzkiste)Le Ragose, Veneto
A bottle of Valpolicella Classico Superiore Marta Galli in a high quality original wooden box with sliding lid:
€ 29,95 39,93 €/L
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Teroldego IGT 2019Marion, Veneto
Dense, concentrated crimson color with bright violet hues. Aroma of blackberries, violets and spicy herbs. Full and rich palate with amazing minerality and high density tannin structure. Persistent finish. - Gerardo [TS04/20]
€ 30,95 41,27 €/L
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Amarone della Valpolicella DOC 2014 (Bio)Musella, Veneto
The basic amarone is also given full attention at Musella: after drying, the grapes lose 35% of their own weight, concentrating fructose, aromas and tannins. The fine aromas, reminiscent of spicy herbs and black berries, create a well-rounded overall impression. Persistent and complex on the palate. - Gerardo [TS08/15]
€ 34,95 46,60 €/L
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Custodia · Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2018Cantina di Custoza, Veneto
Intense Amarone of dark garnet color in the glass. On the nose, candied fruit and dried herbs and some caramel. The palate is full-bodied, structured and persistent. Sweet Amarone with very good price - performance ratio. - Gerardo [TS02/19]
€ 32,50 43,33 €/L
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Cabernet-Sauvignon IGT 2019Marion, Veneto
This international grape variety produces a unique wine due to the interaction of microclimate and drying method: impenetrable black-violet color with only slightly lightening edges. On the nose of sour cherries, tobacco, toasted almonds and some cocoa. On the palate of compact structure due to the taut tannin framework and the fine-nerved acidity. - Gerardo [TS04/20]
€ 32,50 43,33 €/L
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Calto · Rosso Veronese IGT 2018Marion, Veneto
Going with the flow has never been the intention of the Campedelli family, which is behind the Marion winery. This is evident not only in the unusual for the Veneto grape varieties such as Teroldego, but also in the fantasy cuvee 'Calto'. This prestigious wine is nothing other than a very personal interpretation of Amarone, which, however, cannot be marketed as such due to legal regulations. The proportion of Teroldego provides additional fire, accordingly, this wine is intense:
€ 34,95 46,60 €/L
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Amarone della Valpolicella DOC 2015 (Bio)Musella, Veneto
The basic amarone is also given full attention at Musella: after drying, the grapes lose 35% of their own weight, concentrating fructose, aromas and tannins. The fine aromas, reminiscent of spicy herbs and black berries, create a well-rounded overall impression. Persistent and complex on the palate. - Gerardo [TS08/16]
€ 34,95 46,60 €/L
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Caterina Zardini · Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG 2017Campagnola, Veneto
Deep ruby red color with garnet veins. Ethereal, fragrant, spicy aroma with hints of cherry, bitter almond and vanilla. Taste full, warm, velvety, smooth, on a pleasantly bitter background. - Gerardo [TS07/18]
€ 39,95 53,27 €/L
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Caterina Zardini · Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG 2018Campagnola, Veneto
Deep ruby red color with garnet veins. Ethereal, fragrant, spicy aroma with hints of cherry, bitter almond and vanilla. Taste full, warm, velvety, smooth, on a pleasantly bitter background. - Gerardo [TS07/19]
€ 39,95 53,27 €/L
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Ripa della Volta · Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG 2015Ottella, Veneto
Always a premiere is the Amarone 'Ripa della Volta' (Valley of the Gods), from the second estate of the Montresor family (Ottella). After a long search, new vineyards in the neighboring Valpolicella could be acquired and developed.
€ 42,95 57,27 €/L
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Calle · Merlot IGT 2017 (Bio)Fasoli Gino, Veneto
Intense ruby color, a pleasantly velvety wine with notes of ripe red fruits, light hints of leather, truffle and licorice. With great body and structure, it is a rich but balanced Merlot, enveloping and powerful.
€ 41,95 55,93 €/L
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Punta 470 · Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG 2019Ca' Rugate, Veneto
For Amarone della Valpolicella Punta 470 only the best grapes from vineyards in the hills of Montecchia di Crosara are used: Intense garnet red color. On the nose notes of ripe berry fruits, blackberries, currants and cherries, well combined with spicy notes due to aging in wood. The palate is complex, balanced and full-bodied, with precise notes of dried grapes. - Gerardo [TS06/20]
€ 42,50 56,67 €/L
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Ripa della Volta · Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG 2017Ottella, Veneto
Always a premiere is the Amarone 'Ripa della Volta' (Valley of the Gods), from the second estate of the Montresor family (Ottella). After a long search, new vineyards in the neighboring Valpolicella could be acquired and developed.
€ 42,95 57,27 €/L
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Lessini Durello Riserva · Spumante Metodo Classico Dosaggio Zero DOC 2013Gianni Tessari, Veneto
This elegant sparkling wine, produced according to the Metodo Classico (120 months), is based exclusively on grapes from the Lessini hills. The aroma is reminiscent of dried fruit, acacia and a hint of honey, underpinned by balanced acidity and minerality. The long bottle ageing in the estate's own underground caves contributes to the complexity of this sparkling wine, which can be tasted right through to the long finish. - Gerardo [TS01/14]
€ 44,95 59,93 €/L
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Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva DOC 2015 (Bio)Musella, Veneto
The Amarone is the leading actor from the house of Musella: rich ruby color, the aromatic arc is stretched between ripe wild berries, pepper and tobacco. Extremely concentrated without being opulent, the aroma of wood reminiscent of cigar box always remains discreetly in the background. - Gerardo [TS08/16]
€ 44,95 59,93 €/L
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Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC 2009Le Ragose, Veneto
An extensive bottle maturity is given to the most powerful wine of Le Ragose: The Amarone della Valpolicella. The two Galli brothers are in no particular hurry with the vintage rotation - well aware that time for bottle aging is one of the basic requirements for the highest quality Amarone products.
€ 49,95 € 44,99 59,99 €/L
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Igino · Cabernet-Sauvignon IGT 2017 (Bio)Fasoli Gino, Veneto
Deep ruby in color, Igino is an intense, warm and delicate and tannic Cabernet Sauvignon. The scents of tobacco, coffee and black pepper complete the feeling of enveloping harmony. The finish is both mild and full of character, reflecting the personality of grandfather Igino, from whom it takes its name.
€ 49,95 € 45,99 66,60 €/L
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Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva DOC 2016 (Bio)Musella, Veneto
The Amarone is the leading actor from the house of Musella: rich ruby color, the aromatic arc is stretched between ripe wild berries, pepper and tobacco. Extremely concentrated without being opulent, the aroma of wood reminiscent of cigar box always remains discreetly in the background. - Gerardo [TS08/17]
€ 47,50 63,33 €/L
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Ottella Cru · 1x Lugana Molceo, 1x Campo Sireso Rosso (2er Geschenkbox)Ottella, Veneto
A bottle of Lugana Molceo and a bottle of Campo Sireso Rosso in an attractive gift box:
€ 48,50 32,33 €/L
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Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC 2011Le Ragose, Veneto
An extensive bottle maturity is given to the most powerful wine of Le Ragose: The Amarone della Valpolicella. The two Galli brothers are in no particular hurry with the vintage rotation - well aware that time for bottle aging is one of the basic requirements for the highest quality Amarone products.
€ 49,95 66,60 €/L
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Campo dei Gigli · Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG 2017Tenuta Sant Antonio, Veneto
The nose is reminiscent of wild fruit, woody notes and mineral tones with aromas of licorice, black pepper, tobacco, spices and chocolate. In the drink balanced and at the same time very intense, of powerful body and long-lasting finish. - Gerardo [TS08/18]
€ 54,95 73,27 €/L
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Caloetto · Amarone della Valpolicella DOC 2009Le Ragose, Veneto
From the highest point of the highest vineyard at Le Ragose comes the Amarone Caloetto. The terraced vineyard faces southeast on steep slopes and is well above the 'nebbia' (fog) common in the Veneto lower down.
€ 59,95 € 54,99 73,32 €/L
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Marta Galli · Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC 2011Le Ragose, Veneto
High quality and micro-produced Amarone from highly selected grapes of Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara varieties. Ruby red color with garnet reflections in the glass. On the nose, spices, cherry jam, almonds and some taba. Intense and persistent complex palate, soft and velvety, of great structure and harmony. - Gerardo [TS01/12]
€ 59,95 79,93 €/L
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Caloetto · Amarone della Valpolicella DOC 2011Le Ragose, Veneto
From the highest point of the highest vineyard at Le Ragose comes the Amarone Caloetto. The terraced vineyard faces southeast on steep slopes and is well above the 'nebbia' (fog) common in the Veneto lower down.
€ 59,95 79,93 €/L
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Amarone della Valpolicella DOC 2018Marion, Veneto
Stefano Campedelli's Amarone is a masterpiece of artisan winemaking: impenetrable ruby red color in the glass with violet nuances. The aroma is reminiscent of ripe wild berries, star anise, licorice and some graphite. Balsamic on the palate, with a soft texture and velvety tannins. - Gerardo [TS04/19]
€ 59,95 79,93 €/L
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Caloetto · Amarone della Valpolicella DOC 2009 (1er Holzkiste)Le Ragose, Veneto
A bottle of Amarone della Valpolicella Caloetto in a high quality original wooden box with sliding lid:
€ 60,00 80,00 €/L
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Classic: Soave Classic: Prosecco Classic: Ripasso Classic: Amarone
Veneto | Wine region | Buy at Gerardo
Veneto stretches from the Alps to the Adriatic Sea, bordering Trentino-Alto Adige to the north, Austria and Friuli Venezia Giulia to the east, Lombardy to the west and Emilia-Romagna to the south. In terms of landscape, the wine region consists of two very different zones: a plain formed by the alluvial soil of the rivers and ending at the Adriatic Sea with the particular delta and lagoon formation of the Po River, and the mountains with a pre-alpine and an alpine part. The good water supply allows a strong agricultural use with cultivation of wheat, corn, rice, sugar beets, tobacco, fruits and vegetables, olives and vines.
Viticulture is concentrated in the hills of Verona up to Lake Garda, with world-renowned production areas such as Soave and Valpolicella, the Colli Berici and Colli Euganei in the province of Vicenza, Breganze in the hills of Vicenza between the Brenta and Astico rivers, the Gerölle plain along the Piave river and the hills of Conegliano-Valdobbiadene, where the Prosecco vines grow for Italy's current in-wine. With almost 20% of the Italian production of wines with designation of origin, Veneto thus ranks first among the regions of Italy. In another area, this region is a leader: in wine exports to Germany, it is the undisputed leader.
Veneto, one of the largest and most important wine-growing and certainly the most important wine-trading region in Italy, must be viewed with both a laughing and a crying eye. Commercial success, such as that of the trading companies around Verona or that of wines like Soave, Valpolicella and Bardolino, has not been achieved in recent decades by any other Italian region except Chianti and Nero d'Avola.
But success, as we all know, often makes you blind. And this is probably the only explanation for the fact that the trading houses, cooperatives and winegrowers between Venice and Lake Garda have thoroughly slept through the trend toward forced quality winegrowing, as seen in Tuscany and Piedmont, Friuli and South Tyrol.
Apart from personalities such as Maculan, Anselmi, Masi or Pieropan, who sensed and anticipated the new development decades ago, viticulture in the region has only recently realized that the future really lies in class and not in mass. As a result, 200-300 quintals are still harvested from the vines on the plains around Verona and Vicenza - it may well be a bit more! But the efforts to improve the tattered image with high-quality products are unmistakable.
Purists may criticize the use of grape varieties other than the native ones, the sudden appearance of Chardonnay in Soave and Cabernet in Valpolicella. It has always been good for the quality of the wine, and what the young generation can show today can also convince on the international stage.
- Gerardo [TS05/23]