Zenato

An attractive fruit bouquet, fine and elegant spoils the nose. In the taste rather tender, soft and balanced with a beautiful final. SUPERIORE.DE

Light, sparkling white wine from the Trebbiano and Garganega grape varieties. Aromas reminiscent of pears, apples and herbs and the finely integrated acidity in the background give the Bianco di Custoza its light-hearted nature. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, luminous straw yellow with green reflexes. Shows fresh citrus on the nose, a hint of white blossom, reverberating with juicy herbs. Opens on the palate with crisp acidity and racy nerve, tense, not banal, drinks very well." Falstaff

The extremely popular rosé classic from Lake Garda: cherry-red underlaid old pink colour, fresh on the nose of citrus and wild berries. Crisp and fresh on the palate, it is very suitable as an aperitif and with light meals as well as a summery companion in the afternoon. SUPERIORE.DE

"Crushed rocks and a dusting of savory spice give way to nuances of peach skin as the 2020 Chiaretto unfolds in the glass. This is silky-smooth, soothing further with notes of ripe white cherry and cooling mineral tones. There's a lingering inner sweetness here, yet it fits in perfectly well, contrasting with hints of licorice and sour citrus that slowly fade. Very nice." Vinous

One can certainly not deny this Bardolino its own personality. Floral, it ingratiates itself on the nose. The fruity taste, fresh and quaffable with a breath of Mediterranean Macchia. SUPERIORE.DE

Colombara is a beautiful Soave from the single vineyard of the same name: Bright straw yellow, the elegant bouquet is slightly sweet on the nose, then fruity, enriched with notes of toasted bread. On the palate, hints of acacia, followed by rich fruit of peach, apple and pineapple. A balanced Soave Classico, soft and carried by good freshness. SUPERIORE.DE

Strong red with dark reflections. Delicate scent of plum jam and gingerbread. Also soft on the palate, with notes of nuts, sultanas and with beautiful juicy fruit. A real flatterer, wonderfully balanced with great drinking flow, and one of our bestsellers for years. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pleasant nose of ripe plums, together with hints of fresh cherries, black pepper, aromatic herbs and prunes. Full-to medium-bodied with a good bead of sweet fruit, riding firm, silky tannins. Long, controlled and well-balanced finish." James Suckling

With the Lugana San Benedetto, Zenato shows every year anew how delicious the whites from Lake Garda can be. Crisp apples, pears, flowers and spices are just some of the notes that flow from this graceful, very pleasing white wine. On the palate, it is spicy, full and harmonious and the vibrant acidity blends freshly and well into the overall picture. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow. In the nose of banana and white peach, discreetly also of blood orange, delicately of wet stone. On the palate clear, with juicy fruit melting, cool in the core, with finesse, persistent finish." Falstaff

"Pleasant aromas and flavors of apples and pears with some fresh herbs, flowers and minerals. A full-bodied white with a rich vein of ripe fruit all the way through to the end. Delicious." James Suckling

Santa Cristina Chardonnay smells of a colorful bouquet of aromas of dried quince, lemon, almond and minerals. The interesting taste is well balanced and harmonious. A delicious wine with great drinkability. SUPERIORE.DE

Cormi, a blend of Corvina and Merlot, is a rich and engagingly soft wine. On the nose it shows floral and earthy notes, while the taste has an overwhelming fruitiness (berry aroma) and light spicy nuances. SUPERIORE.DE

A successful work from Zenato's Azienda Agricola Santa Cristina. straw yellow with an expansive bouquet of flowers, honey and sweet spices and a full, fresh flavour that finishes with an elegant almond note. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow. In the nose of crisp citrus fruit and wet stone, a hint of mint. Clear and juicy on the palate, tightens up nicely, of medium persistence, coherent and harmonious, juicy." Falstaff

Zenato's world-famous Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore is a rich wine with the best value. Diverse aromas of dark fruits, coffee, liquorice and spices. Harmonious, long and round. A blockbuster and on everyone's lips! SUPERIORE.DE

"Candied cherry and strawberry jam with toast and cedar aromas, a broad and velvety palate and rich and juicy tannins." Decanter

"A rich, medium- to full-bodied red with a deep toasty layer of smoke, brioche, coffee and spice layered with abundant dried cherry, red licorice and roasted fig flavors. It's well-integrated, with sculpted tannins emerging to firm the long, mouthwatering finish." Wine Spectator

"Very focused aromas and flavors of crushed blackcurrants with hints of spice, dried flowers and ash. Intense core of fruit on the medium to full palate with almost a red-licorice coating to the fine, firm tannins. Long finish with persistent fruit. Very sturdy. Always an outstanding bottle." James Suckling

Medium ruby red colour, fine notes of cherries and chocolate on the nose and a delicate scent of spices. Balanced, fresh, crisp on the palate and with its fine spicy note a versatile food companion. SUPERIORE.DE

This spontaneously fermented Lugana from the Sansonina winery is a masterpiece with its broad aroma of exotic fruits. On the palate, in addition to the intense fruit, there is enough room for a fine minerality and freshness. It is undisputedly one of the most serious Lugana we know. SUPERIORE.DE

"A bed of clean, dry mineral serves as a base for the aromas of white peaches, lemon curd and white meadow flowers that build up on the nose, then blend together on the medium-to full-bodied palate to produce a rich, spicy and super tasty core of fruit that has staying power. Delicious." James Suckling

Elegant and extremely popular, full-bodied spumante from Zenato, which confidently demonstrates what can be extracted from the terroir with its fragrant, fresh, soft and silky style. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, light straw yellow, persistent, fine-grained perlage. Opens with notes of flint and yeast pastry, a little apricot behind. Dry and straightforward on the palate, fine aperitif." Falstaff

"Impressive sparkling from the Veneto region with balanced citrus and mineral aromas and flavors. Very fine, persistent perlage and a clean, crisp finish. Lightly salty aftertaste. Well done." James Suckling

Golden yellow colour and with an equally rich aroma of yellow fruits. On the palate, the overripe fruity sweetness dominates the powerful, juicy taste with subtlety. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, intense golden yellow. Clear and precise nose, shows notes of ripe peach, honeydew melon and some hazelnut. Round and smooth in attack and course, lots of ripe yellow fruit, good tension, fine play in the final with discreet notes of flint." Falstaff

"Exquisite complexity here with aromas of bright white peach, fresh pineapple, sliced apple, citrus and fresh, aromatic herbs. A controlling undertone of wet stone. Medium-bodied with super, pineapple-based fruit flavors that linger long. Impressive concentration and focus to this." James Suckling

Cresasso - an exquisite, single-varietal Corvina. Intensely scented with dark fruits, rose petals and spices. A rich, concentrated fruit on the palate, silky, with remarkable inner sweetness. Striking and sensual. SUPERIORE.DE

"Wild strawberries, plums, raspberries, leather and sweet spice and chocolate; brooding, powerful and tannic. A wise purchase for the cellar." Decanter

"This has walnut, black-cherry, dried-flower and citrus-peel aromas. Pollen and sweet fig notes on the palate. Dried fruit. It’s full-bodied with velvety tannins and good length." James Suckling

Zenato's Amarone is all about elegance, with ripe fruit at the centre of the inviting bouquet with light tones of aromatic herbs. On the palate, its overripe power and warm, expansive flavour are evident. SUPERIORE.DE

"Powerful, sparkling ruby. Very appealing and complex nose of plum, black cherry and a hint of leather. Good concentration on the palate, showing itself quite juicy, plump fruit, finely meshed tannin, firm pressure in the final." Falstaff

"Attractive ripe and stewed red fruit nose and palate with crisp acidity balancing the alcohol, fine but firm tannins and oak spice." Decanter

"A lovely bag of mixed dried fruit on the nose with currants, cherries, raisins and more exotic fruit, such as dried papaya. Some vanilla pod, too. Full-bodied with generous, mouth-filling flavors, supported by firm, velvety tannins that push the fruit forward through the long, long finish. Always excellent Amarone." James Suckling

"Zesty, vibrant and exotic, the 2016 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico makes a serious impression with its unique bouquet of dried roses, lime zest, cherry sauce, plums and a dusting of crushed violet candies. It's silky and pliant in texture, motivated by juicy acids, with a mix of ripe strawberry, pomegranate and cranberry sauce, as balsamic spices and hints of almond come forward toward the close. There is so much going on here, as the 2016 resonates on wild berry fruit and sweet inner florals. This may be a more opulent expression of the vintage, but it's built to last, and sure to win a lot of fans." Vinous

Sansonina is a strictly limited and very ambitious project of the Zenato family, using only the best grapes from their own vineyards. Only a small amount of it reaches the specialist trade each year in numbered bottles.

A textbook-like bouquet of a slightly mature Merlot with dark fruit depth and beautiful notes of graphite and flint. Warm and soft on the palate, yet punchy, very precise and dry, at the same time showing lots of dark cherries and a fine sweet spiciness. You can literally feel the Lake Garda climate in its fresh and extremely harmonious character and you can be very curious about further years of bottle ageing! SUPERIORE.DE

"Exquisite aromas and flavors of black cherries, violets, chili chocolate and rosemary-like herbs. Full and very silky with well-integrated, chocolate-coated tannins, carrying a hint of balsamic, too. Long, delicious finish. So well balanced and refined. Complex." James Suckling

Deep bouquet of black berries and cocoa, violets and lavender. The taste with aromas of cherries, blackberries and wild berries, in the long finish the invigorating fresh impressions of medicinal herbs. A stately wine of the upper class. SUPERIORE.DE

"Powerful, bright ruby. Opens on the nose with notes of spicy honey and pine needles, then lots of dark cherry, seems very fresh. On the palate grippy, gripping tannin, coated with sweet fruit, firm pressure, still needs ageing." Falstaff

"Violet, mature black-skinned fruit and new leather are some of the aromas you get on this big, bold red. Powerfully structured, the full-bodied palate features steeped prune, fruitcake and licorice framed in tightly knit, velvety tannins." Wine Enthusiast

"This red is full-bodied yet bright and graceful, offering a rich range of baked black cherry, fragrant herb, dried fig and smoky mineral flavors, with lively acidity and sleek tannins providing a well-defined frame. Well-spiced and citrusy on the chewy finish." Wine Spectator

"Hand-graded grapes were left to dry for around four months, then fermented 15-20 days on the skins, the wine maturing for at least four years in large oak vessels before another year of ageing in bottle. Dense ruby in colour, this shows an impressively defined sense of terroir with its bright red-cherry fruit and black pepper - typical of Sant'Ambrogio Valpolicella - then the depth of dark chocolate, dried prunes and figs. Creaminess prevails on the off-dry (6g/L) palate, with elegant velvety tannins, refreshing high acidity and the final grip possibly from the Oseleta. A top example from the Classico area, this is a great example to pair with boiled meats and Italian mustard." Decanter

"The 2015 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva Sergio Zenato is a massive and towering expression that straddles both savory and sweet with a heady display of plum sauce and crushed raspberries complemented by mentholated herbs, licorice and balsamic spice. There are depths of fresh red and black fruits that gain a polished feel as they coast across velvety textures, while vibrant acidity adds verve, further contrasted by a bitter twang of baker's chocolate. There's so much going on here that you hardly notice the 2015's formidable structure up until the very end, where hints of cumin and ginger linger under an air of violet florals. I believe this opulent beauty deserves an official "Wow." Drink the 2015 now for its primal intensity and extroverted fruit, or put it away for upwards of a decade. It's a gorgeous Amarone Riserva." Vinous

"An Amarone for the future with terrific richness and tannin power, offering dried fruit, figs, blackberries, bark, mushrooms and hints of wood. Full-bodied and very structured with a powerful finish. It needs a lot of time to come around." James Suckling

Deep bouquet of black berries and cocoa, violets and lavender. The taste with aromas of cherries, blackberries and wild berries, in the long finish the invigorating fresh impressions of medicinal herbs. A stately wine of the upper class. SUPERIORE.DE

"Powerful, bright ruby. Opens on the nose with notes of spicy honey and pine needles, then lots of dark cherry, seems very fresh. On the palate grippy, gripping tannin, coated with sweet fruit, firm pressure, still needs ageing." Falstaff

"Violet, mature black-skinned fruit and new leather are some of the aromas you get on this big, bold red. Powerfully structured, the full-bodied palate features steeped prune, fruitcake and licorice framed in tightly knit, velvety tannins." Wine Enthusiast

"This red is full-bodied yet bright and graceful, offering a rich range of baked black cherry, fragrant herb, dried fig and smoky mineral flavors, with lively acidity and sleek tannins providing a well-defined frame. Well-spiced and citrusy on the chewy finish." Wine Spectator

"Hand-graded grapes were left to dry for around four months, then fermented 15-20 days on the skins, the wine maturing for at least four years in large oak vessels before another year of ageing in bottle. Dense ruby in colour, this shows an impressively defined sense of terroir with its bright red-cherry fruit and black pepper - typical of Sant'Ambrogio Valpolicella - then the depth of dark chocolate, dried prunes and figs. Creaminess prevails on the off-dry (6g/L) palate, with elegant velvety tannins, refreshing high acidity and the final grip possibly from the Oseleta. A top example from the Classico area, this is a great example to pair with boiled meats and Italian mustard." Decanter

"The 2015 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva Sergio Zenato is a massive and towering expression that straddles both savory and sweet with a heady display of plum sauce and crushed raspberries complemented by mentholated herbs, licorice and balsamic spice. There are depths of fresh red and black fruits that gain a polished feel as they coast across velvety textures, while vibrant acidity adds verve, further contrasted by a bitter twang of baker's chocolate. There's so much going on here that you hardly notice the 2015's formidable structure up until the very end, where hints of cumin and ginger linger under an air of violet florals. I believe this opulent beauty deserves an official "Wow." Drink the 2015 now for its primal intensity and extroverted fruit, or put it away for upwards of a decade. It's a gorgeous Amarone Riserva." Vinous

"An Amarone for the future with terrific richness and tannin power, offering dried fruit, figs, blackberries, bark, mushrooms and hints of wood. Full-bodied and very structured with a powerful finish. It needs a lot of time to come around." James Suckling

The heart project "Archivio Storico Zenato" was created by Nadia Zenato in order to pay special attention to the excellence of an entire region. Just 2,000 bottles of 0.75l and 400 magnums each are sold in selected specialist shops.

The grapes for this jewel come from the oldest vines of the hills of Sant'Ambrogio di Valpolicella. During and after the harvest a strict selection of the grapes takes place, then the grapes dry in small wooden boxes (fruttai) in well ventilated rooms and are gently pressed at the end of the Appassimento process. The fermentation takes place on the skins for about 20 days, after which the wine matures for 10 years in a large Slavonian oak barrel. SUPERIORE.DE

"A rich, harmonious red, offering a lovely, detailed range of baked cherry, toffee, dried lemon thyme, fig cake and toasted cardamom flavors, with a subtle smoky underpinning. Soft, citrus peel acidity and seamlessly integrated creamy tannins provide a fine, supple frame. This is aging gracefully." Wine Spectator

"The 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella Archivio Storico Zenato is available in numbered bottles (I tasted bottle 0237 of 2,500 made). The packaging is elegant, and the bottle is made with heavy glass. The contents are rich and almost overdone with spice, jammy ripe fruit and blackberry preserves. Corvina, Rondinella, Oseleta and Croatina grapes are dried for 120 days. Despite the wine's large and heavy frame, it does carry itself with impressive elegance and grace." Robert Parker

"This is an amazing Amarone with incredible aromas of dried fruit, raisins, chocolate and spice. Intense dried flowers. Fruit tea. Minerals. Full-bodied with a deep and rich finish. Juicy and chewy. Incredible structure. Dry finish. One to age for decades ahead in the cellar. Only 2,000 bottles made." James Suckling