“La Bandina” Valpolicella Superiore DOC 2022

Tenuta Sant'Antonio | Veneto
Tenuta S. Antonio s.a. | V. Ceriani 23 Loc. S. Zeno | IT 37030 Colognola

03173422 · 0,75 l · 23,87 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

At some point in the past, a small metal plate on the roof of the Castagnedi farmstead in the Monti Garbi moved in the wind – like a flag, a "bandina". A landmark for all those who knew these hills. Today, it is the name of the single vineyard that lies at the heart of the Tenuta. Colognola ai Colli, eastern Valpolicella: calcareous sandy soils at around 300 metres. This is the terroir that has belonged to the four Castagnedi brothers since 1995 and which characterises their wines with a characteristic balsamic: liquorice, white mint, graphite, China. Corvina and Corvinone form the backbone with 70%, Rondinella brings freshness, Croatina and Oseleta the flavour. Hand-picked in October, fermentation at a controlled temperature with certified organic yeasts, natural malo. Then aged for 24 months in 25-hectolitre French oak tonneaux – medium roasted, integrated, never dominant.

Deep ruby red with purple reflections. Ripe cherry, red forest berries, liquorice and tobacco on the nose, followed by cedar wood and an invigorating balsamic note. Warm and full-bodied on the palate, with fine tannins, elegant freshness and a long finish. Very classic and serious. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby red colour with brightening edges. Playful nose of orange blossom, violets, redcurrant and a hint of lavender. Fruity on the palate with hints of cherry. Tightly woven tannins paired with well-balanced acidity give a great drinking flow." Falstaff

"A confected style, showing aromas of peach tea, ripe dark fruit and smashed citrus. Deep layers of leesy character. Medium-bodied with fruit concentration, blood-orange flavors, ripe tannins and crisp acidity." James Suckling