Ratings
WE 89 · 90 · 91
Identity
| Producer | Zenato Azienda Vitivinicola Srl |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOC |
| Grapes | 33% Corvina Veronese, 33% Rondinella, 34% Merlot |
| Color | Rosé |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Intense coral pink with purplish highlights. |
| Aroma | Wild strawberries, candied citrus fruits, raspberries, blackcurrants, grassy undertones, floral notes, spicy ginger-laced peaches, sweet smoke. |
| Palate | Sweet and supple with bright acidity maintaining balance; juicy textures with ripe orchard fruits; crisp red fruits with a lingering sweet almond finish; medium-bodied with fruity character. |
| Finish | Long-lasting finish with a resonant note of freshly sliced peach and a bit of bitterness to maintain balance; clean, citrusy finish. |
| Food Pairing | Grilled salmon, roasted pepper salad, miso roasted salmon, mahi mahi fish tacos, roasted branzino stuffed with cherry tomatoes, lemon, and fresh herbs, bruschetta, wild mushroom crostini, goat cheese tarts with walnuts and thyme. |
| Serving Temp | 8-10 |
| Aging Potential | Best consumed young to preserve freshness; no extended aging potential specified. |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Total Acidity | 5.6 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 4.30 |
| Aging Process | Vinification includes brief maceration on skins to extract pigment and aromatic compounds, followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks. |
| Fermentation | Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks with temperature control to preserve freshness and fruit character. |
Terroir
| Soil | Calcareous clay soils |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand-harvested with great care to preserve quality. |
Interesting facts
| Zenato winery was founded in 1960 by Sergio Zenato; it is family-run with a strong connection to the Lake Garda terroir and is known for its quality and consistency. Bardolino Chiaretto is a popular rosé from the region. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |