2019 Le Morette Lugana "Riserva", Veneto, Italy
ABOUT THIS WINE
For over three generations, we have studied and selected the local Turbiana variety, breeding and grafting it from mother vines for over 100 years. The Lugana Doc Riserva, in limited edition, with numbered bottles, confirms the character of these grapes which have been cultivated in our area for centuries. One can now appreciate its innate mineral quality and complexity, confirming the importance of the clays that are typical of the Lugana territory. It is an authentic, harmonious wine of great longevity. True expression of the combination between vine variety and terroir, it was born in the historical family vineyards with the highest clay concentration. The accurate wine making process is followed by a slow fermentation at controlled temperature and by a long ageing period on yeasts, which give this wine personality and elegance. In stainless steel containers, under temperature control, 18°C, after brief maceration. Fermentation is carried out by natural yeasts, long “sur lie” phase of at least 12 months.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Founded by Gino Zenato in the early 60’s, the company was originally born as a vine nursery for the production of vines intended for viticulture. From the very beginning, Gino also started producing his own wine as a first-hand test of his nursery activity.
In 1981 Gino’s son, Valerio, stepped into the company and enriched the production with wines of strong character. Thanks to his efforts, he was recognised for his achievements and set the company toward a quality production. His wines stood out for their marked minerality, structure and by a strong identity showing all the characteristics of its terroir, revisited according to an elegant and refined style. Caratteristiche tipiche del territorio, interpretate secondo uno stile elegante e raffinato.
Fabio and Paolo, the third generation of winegrowers, continue the family tradition with the same passion and enthusiasm as their grandfather, managing the business side by side with Valerio and looking forward to a future of new challenges and new markets. Today, the company includes several plots in the areas of Peschiera, Desenzano and Pozzolengo and it’s well rooted in solid family traditions.
Le Morette is considered one of the historic wineries of the Lugana DOC appellation, being in the territory for over sixty years now. The new winery, first opened 10 years ago, is now about to be expanded in order to provide adequate spaces for the new bottling facility, reflecting the winery’s focus on innovation and production efficiency while ensuring the most authentic expression of its territory.