Saustò 2023

ProducerMonte dall’Ora (Carlo Venturini & Alessandra Zantedeschi)RegionValpolicella, Veneto, ItalyGrapeCorvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Molinara, OseletaGeologyLimestoneFarmingBiodynamicVintage2023Certifier—

AbstractCherry, raisin, spicy
A second fermentation on Recioto skins gives this Valpolicella more depth while retaining its acidity.

Winemaker
Carlo Venturini and Alessandra Zantedeschi established Monte dall'Ora in the Valpolicella countryside. Local grape varieties and traditional pergola training remain central to the vineyards.

They farm biodynamically and follow the different ripening patterns of each variety. Saustò continues the region's ripasso tradition, using skins from the estate's Recioto for a second fermentation.

Wine
Saustò uses ripasso: a second fermentation with the skins from the estate's Recioto adds depth to the wine.

Cherry and dried fruit with a savoury, spicy edge. There is more depth than in a simple Valpolicella, while the acidity keeps the wine from feeling thick.

Origin
The fruit comes from limestone parcels around Castelrotto and San Pietro in Valpolicella Classico. Hillside exposure changes the growing conditions within this northern Italian landscape.