Lamberti Rosso | Veneto, Italy

£12.80

Regional grape varietals Groppello and Corvina, along with the international Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, are used in this aromatic blend – a modern interpretation of the terroir of the Garda region.

The appellation Garda – a Lombardy DOC created in 1996 that includes the southern shores of Lake Garda, the largest Italian lake, extending to Bardolino and Valpolicella in Veneto. Vineyards are at about 200 metres above sea level; alluvial, well-draining soils rich in gravel.

Harvested in September, after crushing and destemming, the grapes are separately fermented in steel tanks at a controlled temperature (usually 24–26°C) for 5–7 days with frequent pump-overs. Primary fermentation is followed by malolactic fermentation which softens the wine, and then rests in steel vats for a few months.

Regional grape varietals Groppello and Corvina, along with the international Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, are used in this aromatic blend – a modern interpretation of the terroir of the Garda region.

The appellation Garda – a Lombardy DOC created in 1996 that includes the southern shores of Lake Garda, the largest Italian lake, extending to Bardolino and Valpolicella in Veneto. Vineyards are at about 200 metres above sea level; alluvial, well-draining soils rich in gravel.

Harvested in September, after crushing and destemming, the grapes are separately fermented in steel tanks at a controlled temperature (usually 24–26°C) for 5–7 days with frequent pump-overs. Primary fermentation is followed by malolactic fermentation which softens the wine, and then rests in steel vats for a few months.

Garda, Lombardy, Italy

Grapes: Gropello, Corvino, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Tasting Notes: Pale ruby red / garnet colour. Black cherry and wild berries (blackberries, raspberries, blackcurrants) on the nose are accompanied by pleasant spicy notes, while the lively palate vaunts soft tannic structure and nicely a balanced richness.

ABV: 12.0%

Vintage: 2023

Ageing potential: 2 years

Attributes: Vegan

Closure: Screwcap

Farming: no use of chemical herbicides to manage weeds in the vineyards; preferred use of substances with low environmental impact, green management methods and stimulation of natural pest regulation.

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Food pairing suggestions: cured meats, flavoursome starters, red meat and poultry.