COLOUR
White
TYPE
Dessert
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Vespaiola
PRODUCER
Cantina Beato Bartolomeo da Breganze
REGION
Veneto
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Sweet
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Torcolato Breganze DOC is a white wine produced by Cantina Beato Bartolomeo da Breganze in the Breganze DOC appellation of Veneto, Italy. The wine is made exclusively from the Vespaiola grape. Its unique identity stems from the traditional 'appassimento' process, where grape bunches are hung to dry for at least four months, concentrating their natural sugars and flavors. Cantina Beato Bartolomeo da Breganze is a cooperative winery dedicated to preserving native grape varieties and showcasing the characteristics of the Breganze territory. The name 'Torcolato' itself refers to the traditional method of drying the grapes, which involves twisting or twining the bunches.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€35
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Torcolato' means 'twisted' or 'twined', referencing the traditional method of hanging grape bunches by twine to dry.
Fact 02
The Vespaiola grape gets its name from 'vespa' (wasp) because its sweet juice attracts these insects.
Fact 03
This wine is often referred to as a 'meditation' or 'conversation' wine, meant to be savored slowly.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Torcolato Breganze DOC begins with the careful selection of Vespaiola grape bunches, which are then hung to dry using the traditional 'appassimento' method for at least four months. This drying process concentrates the must, yielding a small amount of thick, sweet liquid. Following drying, the grapes are pressed, and the must undergoes fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures between 18-19°C. The wine is then aged for a minimum of 18 months in large oak barrels (2000 liters) and smaller barriques (225 liters), followed by at least six months of bottle aging. Approximately 12,000 bottles are produced annually.
