PREMIUM CASE WINE DESCRIPTION - JUNE 2026
Ca’ Rugate – Campo Bastiglia Valpolicella Ripasso DOC
Grape: Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, traditional Valpolicella blend.
Region: Valpolicella, Veneto. Rolling hills north of Verona, with limestone and clay soils that support both freshness and structure in the wines.
Tasting Notes: Deep ruby red with garnet reflections. Aromas of ripe cherry, dried plum, sweet spice, and hints of cocoa. The palate is smooth and full-bodied, with velvety tannins, layered fruit, and a long, warming finish.
Vinification & Ageing: Made using the Ripasso method, where Valpolicella wine is refermented on Amarone grape skins to gain richness, depth, and complexity, followed by oak ageing.
Ageing Potential: 6–10 years.
Food Pairing: Braised meats, grilled lamb, mushroom risotto, and aged cheeses.
Fun Fact: Ripasso is often called the “baby Amarone” style, offering similar depth with a more approachable profile.
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Casa D’Ambra – Biancolella Frassitelli Ischia DOC
Grape: Biancolella, a native white grape of the island of Ischia, known for its delicate aromatics and saline freshness.
Region: Ischia, Campania. Steep volcanic slopes overlooking the sea, with sandy and volcanic soils that give the wine its signature minerality and coastal character.
Tasting Notes: Pale straw yellow. Aromas of citrus blossom, lemon zest, white peach, and Mediterranean herbs. The palate is crisp, elegant, and vibrant, with a distinct saline backbone and a long, mineral finish.
Vinification & Ageing: Fermented in stainless steel to preserve freshness and purity, with careful temperature control.
Ageing Potential: 3–5 years.
Food Pairing: Seafood, shellfish, grilled fish, and light vegetable-based dishes.
Fun Fact: Frassitelli is one of Ischia’s highest and most prestigious vineyard sites, producing wines of exceptional finesse and volcanic character.
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Ettore Germano – Barolo DOCG Cerretta
Grape: 100% Nebbiolo
Region: Serralunga d’Alba, Barolo, Piedmont. The Cerretta cru is known for its powerful structure and long ageing potential, with limestone-rich soils.
Tasting Notes: Garnet red with orange reflections. Aromas of rose, tar, cherry, licorice, and dried herbs. The palate is structured and intense, with firm tannins, bright acidity, and a long, complex finish.
Vinification & Ageing: Traditional fermentation followed by extended ageing in large oak casks to refine structure while preserving terroir expression.
Ageing Potential: 15–25 years.
Food Pairing: Braised beef, truffle dishes, game, and aged hard cheeses.
Fun Fact: Cerretta is one of Serralunga’s most structured crus, often producing some of the most age-worthy Barolos in the appellation.
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La Prevostura – Coste della Sesia Muntacc DOC Nebbiolo
Grape: Nebbiolo and Vespolina
Region: Coste della Sesia, Alto Piemonte. Sandy, acidic soils with cooler Alpine influence produce lighter, more elegant expressions of Nebbiolo.
Tasting Notes: Bright ruby with garnet edges. Aromas of red cherry, wild strawberry, rose petals, and subtle earthy notes. The palate is refined and linear, with fine tannins, high acidity, and a fresh, elegant finish.
Vinification & Ageing: Gentle fermentation with ageing in stainless steel and/or neutral oak to preserve delicacy and aromatic precision.
Ageing Potential: 6–10 years.
Food Pairing: Risotto, roasted poultry, mushroom dishes, and medium-aged cheeses.
Fun Fact: Alto Piemonte Nebbiolo is often considered the “feminine” expression of the grape compared to the more powerful Barolo and Barbaresco styles.
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