In the volcanic hills of Soave Classico-
The Tessari family has Soave in their blood. For three generations, they have been extracting delectable wine from the well-cared-for vines of their Monteforte d’Alpone vineyards. With only a little over a hectare of Garganega grapes in the prestigious area of Soave Classico, Antonio Tessari hand-dug his cellar back in 1933 and started the legacy that continues today with his grandchildren: Germano, Antonio, and Cornelia.
The young, skillful brothers share the same strong spirit for making Garganega that their father Aldo did. From the vineyard to bottle and through the supply chain- these three siblings oversee it all; with unwavering respect for tradition, quality, and passion for the art of winemaking. The highly suited 12 hectares of Garganega vineyards: "Magnavacche", "Costalta," and "Castellaro”, have not been altered since their parents held rank. Today's production is far different, with a new, well-equipped winery completed in 2007. The Tessari trio are able to continue down the path that was established for them when Antonio painstakingly shoveled the first rock eight decades ago.
WHO: The Tessari Family
WHERE: Brognoligo di Monteforte d'Alpone,
Verona •Veneto - Italy
FOUNDED: 3rd generation, c. 1933
LAND: 10 hectares, 325 meters above sea level
VARIETALS: Garganega only
APPELATION: Soave Classico doc, Garganega IGT Veneto Brut, Garganega IGT Veneto Frizzante, Recioto di Soave Doc
VITICULTURE: Organic
ANNUAL PRODUCTION:
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Soave Classico DOC
•••Cornelia Tessari’s golden straw-colored Grisela is the backbone of the vineyard, a delicious entry-level wine designed for enjoyment with friends. The firm, slight Melba toast, elderflower, and chamomile aromatics are accompanied by notable minerals—the taste of crushed seashells dances on your tongue, accompanied by a fun duo of stone fruit and citrus. The finish is refreshing with balanced acidity.
Soave is one of the world’s most food-friendly wines. The Grisela is excellent as an aperitif. Perfect with light appetizers, simple New England-style cod stew, risotto with black squid ink, or on its own. Cheers.
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APPELLATION: Soave
DENOMINATION: Soave Classico DOC
VARIETAL: 100% Garganega
VINEYARD: 6 hectares. Set on top of the historic hills of Soave Classico, Organic Certified, sustainable practice, vegan, biodynamic practice.
SOIL: Volcanic soil
ALTITUDE: 400 mts
EXPOSURE: SW/NW/SE facing vineyard
YIELD PER HECTARE:
TRAINING SYSTEM:
VINIFICATION/REFINEMENT: In steel with indigenous yeast. The handpicked grapes, in crates, are de-stemmed and converted into must by soft pressing. The must is then fermented at a controlled temperature of 15 °C, preserving the primary aromas of Garganega. A prolonged stay on the fine fermentation lees reduces the amount of sulfur dioxide added to the wine during batonnage.
SULFUR: 50 mg/L before bottling
AGING: In bottle for a couple of months before release.
YEAST: Indigenous yeast.
BOTTLES: 20,000
BOTTLE SIZE: 750 ml
PACK: 12
CLOSURE: Stelvin Lux
ALC BY VOL(%):12
RS: 3 gr/L
LONGEVITY: 3 - 4 yearsBARCODE: 8033874141014
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Soave Classico DOC
•••Made only in the best years.
Bine Longhe Soave Classico is a wine of incandescent autumn straw color, rich and brilliant, which is derived from the late October harvest after the grapes have ‘over-ripened’ for 20 days. It has a characteristic, intense, honeyed, herbaceous aroma. Dancing mineral play tag on your tongue, embracing and sedulous on the palate, with a slight aftertaste of bitter almonds.Soave is inherently a delicate wine; Tessari’s Le Bine Longhe has excellent acidity, making it perfect for pairing with food, such as herby pasta dishes like Pappardelle with Zucchini and Mint-Parsley Pesto, fresh tuna salad with avocado, and sausages and cheeses.
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APPELLATION: Soave
DENOMINATION: Soave Classico DOC
VARIETAL: 100% Garganega
VINEYARD: 2 hectares. Set on top of the historic hills of Soave Classico, Organic Certified, sustainable practice, vegan, biodynamic practice.
SOIL: Volcanic / Basalt soil
ALTITUDE: 400 mts
EXPOSURE: Southwest
YIELD PER HECTARE:
TRAINING SYSTEM: Pergola
YEAST: Indigenous yeast.
MACERATION + FERMENTATION: In steel with indigenous yeast. The grapes come from selected rows in the Costalta area, where during the harvest they are left to over-ripen in the vineyard for 20 days by cutting the shoot. The hand-picked grapes in plastic crates are de-stemmed and transformed into must by soft pressing. The fermentation of the must takes place at a controlled temperature between 16 and 18 degrees in steel tanks for about 12 months.
SULFUR: 50 mg/L before bottling
AGING: In bottle for a couple of months before release.
BOTTLES: 8,000
BOTTLE SIZE: 750 ml
PACK: 12
CLOSURE: Stelvin lux
ALC BY VOL(%):13.5
RS: 1 gr/L
LONGEVITY: 8-10 years
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Soave Classico DOC
•••Era di OutGrowth is a personal project by the winemaker’s son and daughter-in-law, who are uber-mindful of the ecosystem. They believe in more than just exceptional wine – they dedicated to making a positive impact on the planet with profits from each purchase, they are curating a reforestation program by planting an oxygen-producing bamboo forest and indigenous botanicals, revitalizing ecosystems and contributing to a greener future with our ultimate goal to become CO2 emission neutral. Crafted in Italy’s largest historic white wine region of Soave (VR), Era di OG wines capture the essence of the land, boasting flavors as diverse as the volcanic soils from which you experience a symphony of citrus, savory, and volcanic mineral notes, reflecting the harmony of nature and quality winemaking. Exquisite wine experiences don’t have to come at the expense of our planet. This dynamic duo believes you can choose quality, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly products that enrich your life without compromising values – embracing a more sustainable way to enjoy life’s finest moments. Era di OutGrowth stands as a testament to their commitment – and legacy of four generations.
Era Di OG, with its light gold color, is characterized by an intense aroma of licorice and pear, and stands out in the mouth with its velvety flavor. Savory and mineral, Era di Outgrowth is a representation of the Tessari family’s UGA Costalta.
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APPELLATION: Soave
DENOMINATION: Soave Classico DOC
VARIETAL: 100% Garganega
VINEYARD: Set on top of the historic hills of Soave Classico, Organic Certified, sustainable practice, vegan, biodynamic practice.
SOIL: Volcanic /Basalt soil
ALTITUDE: 400 mts
EXPOSURE: 3 ha. on the SW-facing vineyard
YIELD PER HECTARE:
TRAINING SYSTEM: Pergola
YEAST: Indigenous yeast.
VINIFICATION/REFINEMENT: October, by hand. 9,000 kg/hectare- late harvest. In steel with indigenous yeast. The grapes harvested late, and by hand, are destemmed and transformed into must by soft pressing. The must is then fermented at a controlled temperature of 15 degrees C. Subsequently, using the “batonnage” method, the fine lees deposited at the bottom of the tank are reintroduced into suspension, thereby favoring the extraction of glutathione, one of the strongest antioxidants in nature.
AGING: In bottle for a couple of months before release.
BOTTLES: 6,000 per vintage on average
BOTTLE SIZE: 750 ml
PACK: 12
CLOSURE: Stelvin lux
ALC BY VOL(%): 12.5
LONGEVITY: 2-3 years
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Garganega Sparkling Extra Brut
•••Tessari’s Garganega Brut features an energetic straw-yellow color with fine bubbles. Its characteristic intense aroma of apple, elderberry, and chamomile is bewitching. Fresh and persistent on the palate, with a delightful aftertaste of bitter almonds and a playful mineral sparkle.
This is a delicious toasting Brut. When is not a good time to celebrate? New job- cheers! You figured out how to use the latest gizmo- cheers! You didn’t get that well-deserved speeding ticket - cheers! Too many reasons, not enough Tessari Spumanti.
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APPELLATION: Soave
DENOMINATION:
VARIETAL: 100% Garganega
VINEYARD: Set on top of the historic hills of Soave Classico, Organic Certified, sustainable practice, vegan, biodynamic practice.
SOIL: Volcanic soil
ALTITUDE: 400 mts
EXPOSURE: SW/NW/SE facing vineyard
YIELD PER HECTARE:
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VINIFICATION/REFINEMENT:
BOTTLE SIZE: 750 ml
PACK: 12
CLOSURE: Cork and cage
ALC BY VOL(%):
LONGEVITY: 2-3 years
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Frizzante Sur Lie
•••Garganega Sur Lie Col Fondo/Pet-nat
Made in the traditional col fondo style, this bottling undergoes its secondary fermentation in the bottle. With the help of recioto must added to the Soave Classico base, this wine develops a heartier, toastier style that satisfies drinkers for a simple toast or a complex meal. Breadcrumbs and dried earth lend their aromatics to this delightful wine, with the classic Garganega's bitter almond notes coming through in the finish. Fresh with a persistent bubble and a bright, dry finish.
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APPELLATION: Soave
DENOMINATION:
VARIETAL: 100% Garganega
VINEYARD: 2 ha, Set on top of the historic hills of Soave Classico, Organic Certified, sustainable practice, vegan, biodynamic practice.
SOIL: Volcanic soil
ALTITUDE: 400 mts
EXPOSURE: SW/NW/SE facing vineyard
YIELD PER HECTARE: 8,000 kg/ha
TRAINING SYSTEM: Pergola
VINIFICATION/REFINEMENT: Garganega in purity, Avus is a sparkling wine with a base, as it was once before the modern techniques of sparkling wine. The hand-picked grapes, packed in plastic crates, are de-stemmed and transformed into must through soft pressing. Avus is fermented at a controlled temperature between 16 °C and 18 °C in stainless steel tanks for approximately 3 months, in contact with the fine lees.
YEAST: Indigenous
BOTTLES: 5000
BOTTLE SIZE: 750 ml
PACK: 12
CLOSURE: Cork and cage
ALC BY VOL(%): 11
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 3gr/L
LONGEVITY: 3-5 years
BAR CODE: 8033874141137
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And then there is this!
Grapes: 100% Garganega
Vineyard area: Hills of Monteforte d'Alpone
Soil: Volcanic and clay
Alcohol:13.5%Tessari’s sweet wine, Tre Colli, is a hedonist’s dream. The color of Black Locust honey is bright and sunny; it lightly clings to the glass. The nose is fragrant honey, dried fruit, raisins, summer white flowers, and a tiny amount of mom’s heartwarming custard with a sprinkling of Botrytis (not that she serves it that way). Just the right amount of sweetness vs. dryness; very elegant. A nostalgic taste of almonds at the end makes the whole adventure most pleasurable. The Tessari Recioto has a bright and sunny golden-yellow color. The nose has intense aromas of exotic fruit and spicy notes. Harmonious and velvety flavor with a particular note of toasted almond, enveloping and sweet but also fresh and savory. Tre Colli has the right balance of sweetness and elegance that maintains energy and vitality.
What to pair with this delicious wine? “Let them eat cake,” light vanilla cake or even apple pie . . . and wash it down with Tre Colli.
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REGION: Veneto, Italy
APPELLATION: Soave DOC Classico
GRAPES: 100% Garganega
FARMING: Organic certified, sustainable practice, vegan, biodynamic practice.
AGE OF VINEYARD: 6 ha. SW/NW/SE facing vineyard
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REGION: Veneto, Italy
APPELLATION: GRAPES: 100% Garganega
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CORNELIA TESSARI
Via Fontana Nuova, 86, 37032 Monteforte d'Alpone VR, Italy
+39 045 617 6041