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Vineyard and terroir
Durella grows in the Lessini Hills between Vicenza and Verona, on fertile basaltic and volcanic soils. The green hills inspired the similarly coloured packaging, designed to evoke the wine's origins.
Grapes
Made exclusively from Durella, a local thick-skinned variety associated with generous aromas and flavour.
Vinification
Sparkling wine produced by the Martinotti method.
Technical data
Lessini Durello DOC. Alcohol: 11% vol. Presented in a 750 ml Collina bottle weighing 600 g. EAN: 8008900009446.
Tasting profile
Bright, platinum-toned bubbles form a rich and persistent perlage. Lemon and apple meet hawthorn and elderflower on the nose. The palate is intense, with soft, delicate bubbles and a vivid combination of flavour and freshness that lingers. Minerality, smoothness and freshness define the overall profile.
Serving and pairing
Serve at 6–7°C. Suitable as a standalone aperitif or with fish, shellfish, cured meats, vegetables and legumes. Specific suggestions include prosciutto with melon, fried artichokes and courgettes, chickpea falafel, Cantonese rice, a salami sandwich, grilled swordfish and cod cicchetti. Cellaring potential is 1–2 years.
