Ottella | Veneto
The Ottella estate was still described at the end of the 19th century as the only winery in the Verona area (Veneto) that produced Lugana. According to tradition, the octuplets born here around 1500 were immortalized in the coat of arms and gave the farm its name. The generational change in the house of Lodovico Montresor can be considered successful: Son Francesco now runs the winery with 30 hectares of its own vineyards in the classic Lugana area together with his brother Michele. The vineyards have been modernized and all the vines are trained according to the Gyuot system. The planting density is relatively low and the yields are quite modest compared to the usual of this zone.
The style of classic Lugana has been not only preserved but also improved over the generations. The winery has been modernized, but the use of technology is limited. The challenge of the Ottella brothers is based on the realization that wine in general, and Lugana in particular, must bear a signature in order to be recognizable and unique. From this basic idea, Ottella creates wines of a modern design. The Ottella have always remained true to themselves: The characterful and racy Lugana of the house still has the refreshing acid-firm style and good shelf life. - Gerardo [TS02/23]
"Among the smallest DOCs of Veneto is the Lugana, which, on top of everything, must be shared with Lombardy. Its area under cultivation is below the 1000 hectare limit. The results, however, reveal a happy interplay of climate, vine and soil at often the highest level. This is evidenced not least by the parade of bottles produced by the Montresor family, who have been producing top quality wines in this corner of Lake Garda for years. Apart from a few red bottles, everything here revolves around Lugana, which they interpret in a rich but acidic style, so that it is capable of full expression only over the course of a few years." - Gambero Rosso
"Today, Ottella has 90 hectares of prime wine-producing land in Lugana and is acknowledged on the international stage for the quality of its wines. Its refined and elegant range bear the hallmarks of expert production and the accurate synthesis of terroir and varietal expressiveness." - Decanter
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RosesRoses · Rosato Alto Mincio IGT 2025Ottella, Veneto
The Alto Mincio “RosesRoses” is an elegant rosato from the Lake Garda region that delights with its refined aroma and stylish presence. Its beguiling scent of rose petals on the nose gives it its poetic name and underlines its floral finesse.
€ 11,95 = 15,93 €/L
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Gemei · Rosso Alto Mincio IGT 2023Ottella, Veneto
The Rosso Veronese “Gemei” combines Italian tradition with international flair. Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon give it an elegant, cosmopolitan note, while the classic grape varieties Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella emphasize its unmistakable Venetian origins. The bouquet reveals a fine, multi-layered fruitiness with hints of red and black berries, which give the wine its elegant...
€ 11,95 = 15,93 €/L
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Nasomatto · Trevenezie Bianco IGT 2025Ottella, Veneto
The Nasomatto - meaning “crazy nose” - bears its name for a reason. This unusual cuvée of Trebbiano di Lugana, Chardonnay and Incrocio Manzoni clearly stands out from the classic white wines of the region. Even in the glass, it impresses with an intense straw yellow with lively greenish reflections, which heralds its youthful freshness and expressiveness. The nose reveals a finely interwoven interplay of white peach, exotic passion fruit and floral nuances - a fragrant composition that is...
€ 11,95 = 15,93 €/L
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Lugana DOC 2025Ottella, Veneto
The Lugana from Ottella is a prime example of the high quality that the southern Lake Garda region has to offer when it comes to white wines. As one of the region's most renowned wines, it skillfully combines finesse and expression. Its bright straw yellow color and fine greenish reflections are visually captivating. A complex aroma of exotic fruit unfolds on the nose, complemented by subtle notes of elderberry and fresh citrus nuances - an aroma that is both inviting and...
€ 12,95 = 17,27 €/L
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Le Creete · Lugana DOC 2025Ottella, Veneto
The Lugana Le Creete comes from the renowned single vineyard in San Benedetto di Lugana - an area that is one of the best in the entire DOC. This privileged origin characterizes the wine in an unmistakable way. In the glass, it has a dense, warm yellow color and straw-gold reflections, which already indicate its concentration and maturity. The nose reveals a multi-layered, intense aroma of exotic fruits such as pineapple, mango and a hint of melon, finely underpinned by herbal, spicy accents and a...
€ 16,95 = 22,60 €/L
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Campo Sireso · Rosso Alto Mincio IGT 2019Ottella, Veneto
Campo Sireso is a fascinating cuvée that skillfully combines the power and elegance of international grape varieties such as Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon with the unmistakable character of the Veneto grapes Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella. This harmonious combination gives the wine a fine balance of intense spice and fruity freshness, giving it a subtle regional identity. In the glass, Campo Sireso has a deep ruby to garnet red color, while the bouquet delights with rich berry fruit, fine...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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Campo Sireso · Rosso Alto Mincio IGT 2021Ottella, Veneto
Campo Sireso is a fascinating cuvée that skillfully combines the power and elegance of international grape varieties such as Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon with the unmistakable character of the Veneto grapes Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella. This harmonious combination gives the wine a fine balance of intense spice and fruity freshness, giving it a subtle regional identity. In the glass, Campo Sireso has a deep ruby to garnet red color, while the bouquet delights with rich berry fruit, fine...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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Blanc de Blancs · Spumante Brut DOC (2022)Ottella, Veneto
Ottella's Lugana Brut “Blanc de Blancs” is made from carefully selected batches of its own base wine and is sparkled using the Charmat method to preserve its fine elegance. It is crystal clear in the glass with delicate light yellow reflections and a lively, long-lasting perlage. The bouquet reveals a subtle scent of white flowers, which unfolds gently and...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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Blanc de Blancs · Spumante Brut DOC (2024)Ottella, Veneto
Ottella's Lugana Brut “Blanc de Blancs” is made from carefully selected batches of its own base wine and is sparkled using the Charmat method to preserve its fine elegance. It is crystal clear in the glass with delicate light yellow reflections and a lively, long-lasting perlage. The bouquet reveals a subtle scent of white flowers, which unfolds gently and...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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Roses Roses · Spumante Rosato Brut DOC (2024)Ottella, Veneto
The Lugana Brut “Roses Roses” is Ottella's elegant rosé sparkling wine, made from carefully selected batches of its own base wine and refined using the Charmat method. In the glass, it has a delicate rosé hue with a fine, long-lasting perlage that delights the eye. The bouquet reveals seductive aromas of small, ripe fruits reminiscent of fresh strawberries and...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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Ripa della Volta · Valpolicella Ripasso DOC 2020 (Bio)Ottella, Veneto
The Valpolicella Ripasso “Ripa della Volta” - the “Valley of the Gods” - comes from the second vineyard of the Montresor family, who are known for their excellent wines from the Ottella winery. After a long search, they discovered new vineyards in the ideal soils of neighboring Valpolicella, whose calcareous and clayey composition is strongly reminiscent of the famous soils of Burgundy. This special terroir with its unique microclimate and marl soils, which also characterize the Dolomites, forms...
€ 24,95 = 33,27 €/L
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Molceo · Lugana Riserva DOC 2020Ottella, Veneto
The Lugana Riserva Molceo is Ottella's stylish contribution to the upmarket Lugana category - a white wine that impresses with depth, structure and a finely tuned wood note. The late harvest of fully ripe Trebbiano di Lugana grapes forms the basis for its opulent but always elegant style. Careful ageing in barriques for around twelve months not only adds complexity to the wine, but also preserves its varietal typicity - a fine balance of maturity, freshness and...
€ 29,95 € 24,99 = 33,32 €/L
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Molceo · Lugana Riserva DOC 2022Ottella, Veneto
The Lugana Riserva Molceo is Ottella's stylish contribution to the upmarket Lugana category - a white wine that impresses with depth, structure and a finely tuned wood note. The late harvest of fully ripe Trebbiano di Lugana grapes forms the basis for its opulent but always elegant style. Careful ageing in barriques for around twelve months not only adds complexity to the wine, but also preserves its varietal typicity - a fine balance of maturity, freshness and...
€ 29,95 = 39,93 €/L
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Back to Silence · Vino Bianco in Anfora DOC 2024Ottella, Veneto
“Back to Silence” is an exceptional white wine that goes far beyond the usual and reveals a new facet of the Turbiana grape variety. With its golden yellow color and orange reflections, it already announces its special style in the glass - a wine that deliberately eschews convention and instead focuses on expression, depth and craftsmanship. The elaborate vinification process, which dispenses with fining, filtration and often also temperature control, results in a very unique, almost meditative...
€ 32,95 = 43,93 €/L
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Lugana Ottella · 3x Lugana DOC (3er Geschenkbox)Ottella, Veneto
Three bottles of Lugana from Ottella in an attractive gift box:
€ 42,00 = 18,67 €/L
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Ripa della Volta · Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG 2017Ottella, Veneto
Every bottle of Amarone “Ripa della Volta” offers the experience of a premiere. This wine comes from the second winery of the Montresor family, who have realized their vision in Valpolicella on limestone-rich soils. The terroir with its special microclimate and marl content, which also characterizes the Dolomites, forms the basis for a truly unique and sustainable...
€ 42,95 = 57,27 €/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:
€ 52,00 = 34,67 €/L
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Ottella | Veneto | Buy at Gerardo
The vineyard of the Lugana area extends in the southern shore of Lake Garda, between Peschiera and Desenzano, in the provinces of Verona and Peschiera. Thus, two provinces share the Lugana DOC designation of origin. The soils consist mainly of glacial debris, these are overlaid by heavy, calcareous clay soils, which contribute to the distinctiveness of the Trebbiano di Lugana grape variety. The classic Lugana is always a slender wine, fragrant of exotic fruits and candied citrus, sometimes of apples and flowers. In the best years it has a fine acidity, is expressive, soft and persistent.
The invitingly designed Ottella winery is located in San Benedetto di Peschiera del Garda. After son Francesco took over, the art lover has discreetly redesigned the already sympathetic property with a loving hand: The old country house is lined with lemon trees and climbing roses, which also houses the office and tasting room. Modern art is a soft spot for Francesco Montresor, which is also positively reflected in the design of the labels.
It is now an accepted fact that the world of Verona viticulture is undergoing a generational change that is leading to large-scale renewal in all areas. This is also true of the Ottella winery of the Montresor family in San Benedetto. The assumption of its management by son Francesco has favored the specialization in viticulture, step by step redesigning all the existing vineyards. All the vineyards of Montresor are planted according to avant-garde criteria, the vines are trained according to the Guyot system, although the planting density is quite low, with yields that seem quite restrained compared to the usual values of the area. The fermentation cellar, which is equipped with the most modern equipment, is located next to an old country house dating back to the 16th century, recently renovated and now used to receive visitors and customers. The proximity of Lake Garda naturally brings many tourists here, so it is not surprising that a good part of the production is also sold abroad.
"Lugana, like the denomination of the same name, roams the southern part of the Garda basin. Despite a centuries-old wine history, for a long time people here have subsisted on the income from the tourist industry and progressive urbanization; grape growing has slowly been pushed into the background. It was only with wineries such as Ottella that interest in the wines from these clay soils was reawakened; they are now sought after in the market, and rightly so, as our tastings confirmed. The Montresor family made another leap forward with their latest range." - Gambero Rosso
"In recent years Francesco and Michele Montresor have made a strict separation of property. Now they cultivate the red squad - Merlot, Cabernet and Corvina - only on their ten hectares in Ponti sul Mincio. In Lugana, meanwhile, the red varieties had to clear the field. This made room for a self-performed mass selection of old clones of the Trebbiano di Lugana variety. The main characteristic of the now 300,000 bottles is a nervy, acidic style that continues to refine over time." - Gambero Rosso