Cuvée del Fondatore | Ca Rovere

Cuvée del Fondatore | Ca Rovere

Sale price€37,00
Bollicina
Veneto (IT)
Chardonnay, Garganega
Enjoy it within 3-4 years
12,5% vol.
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Production and refinement

Grapes grown on calcareous soils of Eocene origin, hand-harvested: Chardonnay at the end of August, Garganega at the end of August, to capture the exuberance and elegance of Chardonnay with the finesse of Garganega in the glass.

Whole cluster pressing, first fermentation in stainless steel tanks, second fermentation in the bottle, aging for a full 9 years on its own lees. The flagship sparkling wine of the winery.

Organoleptic analysis

Visual exam

Intense straw yellow with golden reflections, very fine and persistent perlage.

Olfactory examination

On the nose, it stands out for its intense bouquet, with fruity hints of almond and green apple, and a lovely finish of balsamic notes and yeast.

Tasting

On the palate, it shows a delicate perlage; it is full, fresh, and elegant, sapid and vibrant, and shows excellent nose-palate correspondence with returns of almond and green apple. Beautiful persistence on the finish.

Contents index

From the vineyard to the table: discover our wine

Ready for a journey to discover Cuvée del Fondatore | Ca Rovere ? We will now take you to delve deeper into every aspect of this exceptional wine through three key sections:

Cellar

Come and learn about the history and values ​​of the winery which passionately grows and transforms grapes into wine

Territory

Immerse yourself in the land that gives life to these unique grapes, discovering the climate and terroir that influence its character

Pairings

Get expert advice on the perfect pairings that will enhance both the wine and your meal

The winery

Country: Italy

Region: Veneto, Vicenza

Hectares of vineyards: 30

Ca´ Rovere

We are in the Colli Berici, in the village of Alonte in the province of Vicenza, surrounded by the greenery of dense, natural oak and beech forests. The roots of the vines delve deep into the stony soil, finding nourishment in what was, 50 million years ago, the bottom of a sea.

Today, the soil imparts its fruits with intense and pleasant salinity and minerality. The 30 hectares of vineyards lie at 150 meters above sea level and enjoy a warm, dry microclimate.

Ca´ Rovere

Starting with grandparents Bruno and Giuditta, who fell in love with these mountains and planted the first vines "among the stones," the passion for wine has embraced the entire family. For the past 20 years, they have specialized in producing Metodo Classico sparkling wines from Chardonnay and Garganega grapes—the first in the Colli Berici. The cuvées of their sparkling wines, all vintage, are the result of a skillful blend.

No synthetic chemicals are used: the work in the vineyard is meticulous. In the cellar carved into the rock, the bottles are stacked by hand for the second fermentation and aging on the lees for at least 36 months, and up to 70 months.

Region and territory

From Prosecco to Amarone: wines for every taste

Veneto

From Prosecco to Amarone: wines for every taste

Veneto

From Prosecco to Amarone: wines for every taste

Veneto

Grapevines have been cultivated in Veneto since the 7th century B.C., perfected by the Romans and continued in the Middle Ages. With Venetian domination from 1405, viticulture almost completely covers the territory, and Veronese wines, thanks to the Adige River, reach Venice. What sets this region apart from many others is the continuous commercial success of its wine products. From the late 18th century, the region experienced a crisis. However, the following century saw a qualitative leap in Venetian wines, also driven by the establishment of the Società Enologica Veronese in 1872. The first edition of Vinitaly took place in 1967.

Veneto has a complex wine production chain. Important areas include the Colline del Garda Veronese and Valpolicella, with Bardolino Superiore DOCG and Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG. Worth noting is the interregional Lugana DOC, between the provinces of Verona and Mantua. In the volcanic hills between the provinces of Verona and Vicenza lies the area of Soave Superiore DOCG, Soave DOC, and Gambellara DOC. The Colli Berici DOC, south of Vicenza, is known for its reds based on international varieties and Tocai Rosso. The Breganze DOC area, north of Vicenza, is renowned for its reds and whites based on Vespaiola grapes. In the Paduan area, there are the Colli Euganei with the Moscato Fior d’Arancio DOCG, while to the south lies the Friularo di Bagnoli DOCG. In Treviso, we find the Prosecco DOCG and the Colli di Conegliano DOCG. At the borders with Friuli is the Lison DOCG.

The presence of mountain ranges, hills, and vast plains provides significant temperature variations, mitigated near Lake Garda and along the coast. Veneto is therefore rich in diverse wines, made with both native and international grape varieties that find a second home here.

Colli Berici

The Colli Berici are gentle hills south of Vicenza with elevations ranging between 300 and 400 meters above sea level. The microclimate is very favorable for vine cultivation, with particularly mild temperatures until late autumn, a good temperature variation between day and night, and limited precipitation. Viticulture dates back to Roman times but developed especially from the Middle Ages.

The indigenous grape varieties are Garganega and Tai Rosso, accompanied by international varieties that have found a perfect environment here, including Cabernet Franc. The DOC "Colli Berici" was established in 1973.

Tai Rosso, the jewel of Berici winemaking, is genetically similar to Sardinian Cannonau, French Grenache, and Spanish Garnacha. Finding an ideal area in the Vicenza region, particularly in the municipality of Barbarano and its surroundings, it is locally known as Barbarano Rosso. Garganega, another indigenous variety of the Colli Berici, produces still wines of straw yellow color with delicate fruity aromas, and a dry, fresh, and savory taste. The white wines of the area, such as Sauvignon, are distinguished by their fruity, floral, and mineral notes, fresh and savory, with hints of pepper and tomato leaves. The international black grape varieties give rise to red wines of good body and softness, with high alcohol and polyphenolic content, but well-balanced.
Gentle hills south of Vicenza with elevations between 300 and 400 meters above sea level.

Recommended pairings and dishes

Matching by concordance

An important, elegant, and fine sparkling wine, to be matched by analogy with equally refined dishes, especially fish. The ample aromas allow for playful pairings with spices, sauces, and condiments, always to match the aromatic intensity.

Matching by contrast

A Metodo Classico sparkling wine from the Colli Berici characterized by excellent minerality and freshness, which pairs well by contrast with fried or slightly greasy dishes. The bubbles pair perfectly and leave the palate pristine.

It pairs well with

Pairs well with seafood spaghetti, mixed fried fish, smoked salmon, baked fish, medium-aged cheeses, delicate cured meats, and first courses.

Matching by concordance

An important, elegant, and fine sparkling wine, to be matched by analogy with equally refined dishes, especially fish. The ample aromas allow for playful pairings with spices, sauces, and condiments, always to match the aromatic intensity.

Matching by contrast

A Metodo Classico sparkling wine from the Colli Berici characterized by excellent minerality and freshness, which pairs well by contrast with fried or slightly greasy dishes. The bubbles pair perfectly and leave the palate pristine.

It pairs well with

Pairs well with seafood spaghetti, mixed fried fish, smoked salmon, baked fish, medium-aged cheeses, delicate cured meats, and first courses.

Fried Seafood

Fried seafood is characterized by a slight richness due to the cooking method. Anchovies, shrimp, cuttlefish, sardines, and baby octopus... a simple yet sure-to-please dish.

Baked Trout

Baked trout is a simple and tasty main course that can be enriched with cherry tomatoes, olives, capers, aromatic herbs, and served with seasonal vegetables that enhance the delicate flavor and lovely aromas of the fish.

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