Harmony, elegance, and character are the distinctive marks of the Tedeschi , which are deeply rooted in the region and boast a long family tradition dating back to 1630. Tedeschi specializes in the traditional techniques of the region and have pioneered the re-emergence of centuries-old indigenous vines, so offering the best interpretation of “”. The Tedeschi collection comprises a unique and inimitable collection of the classic wines of the Valpolicella and Veronese regions.

The Story of a Life, in a Vine. The Tedeschi family’s all lie on hillside sites and some of them are among the historic vineyards of the Valpolicella Classico zone, such as the famous Monte Olmi, which was the first cru of the denomination. Another historic plot is the Fabriseria , which gives its name to an entire line of wines that includes our famous which is only produced in exceptional .

The purchase of the Maternigo Estate in the Valpolicella D.O.C. area has enabled the company to become totally self-sufficient as regards fruit supply. It is actually at Maternigo that we began work on zoning and establishing the characteristics of each of our vineyards: a fundamental research project that is one of the first of its kind in Valpolicella. A perfect knowledge of the soils and of the behaviour of the vines in each individual vineyard parcel has allowed us to optimize our vineyard husbandry and to put the finishing touches to the process of reducing environmental impact that we began several years ago and which – at Maternigo – has already been concluded with total conversion to organic farming.

The Family Tedeschi is managed by Lorenzo Tedeschi’s children: Antonietta, who handles Italian sales and administration; Sabrina, a food scientist who taught and did research at the Istituto di San Michele all’ for many years; and Riccardo, an enologist, who, in addition to overseeing all of the estate’s , handles foreign sales. From the past, constant passion, and from the present, continuous research.

Indeed, the Tedeschi Family has succeeded in maintaining the values that have always distinguished it, but at the same time has kept pace with the present, introducing new technologies. A perfect blend of tradition and innovation that reflects the Tedeschi philosophy: authentic family flavors, and the qualitative standards of a cutting-edge company. Because of this, every Tedeschi displays authentic character and personality that remain true over time, thanks to the raw materials - the . Vini Valpolicella Lucchine Valpolicella DOC Classico • (25%), (25%), (30%), (10%), , , Dindarella (10%) • This wine is produced from the grapes of the Lucchine vineyard, located in Pedemonte. • After alcoholic and , the wine is transferred to stainless steel vats where it is aged for 2 months. • The wine is then aged further in the bottle. • A fresh and fruity wine, it is a good match with all types of foods from pasta to white or red meats as well as fish dishes. • Serve at: 62°F. Description of the Wine: Bouquet: Fresh and young with notes of cherries and red currants. Flavor: Lively acidity, well balanced with its structure and alcohol content. The after-taste confirms the notes in the bouquet. A young Valpolicella wine, pleasing and elegant.

Capitel Nicalò Valpolicella DOC Superiore Appassimento • Corvina (30%), Corvinone (30%), Rondinella (30%), Rossignola, Oseleta, Negrara, Dindarella (10%) • The grapes, selected from the Moraine Hills of Valpolicella region (Communes of Mezzano and Tregnago), are dried slightly. • After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged in sessile casks for 18 months and is aged a further 6 months in the bottle. • A complex wine of medium aging, it is an excellent match for hearty soups, pasta, Mediterranean cuisine and white or red meats. • Serve at: 60 F Description of the wine: Bouquet: intense and elegant: fruit aroma with the vanilla and tobacco of Slavenian oak. Flavor: good body, good structure, lively acidity and alcohol content well balanced with tannins. A complex and elegant wine. Suited for ageing: 7/10 years.

Maternigo Valpolicella DOC Superiore • Corvina (35%), Corvinone (30%), Rondinella (30%), Oseleta (5%) • This wine is made from a special selection of grapes from the Impervio vineyard at Maternigo. • The name of the vineyard derives from the steep incline of the land, whose characteristics in terms of morphology and exposure have made it one of our most interesting crus. • The careful choice of grapes gives rise to a wine of great balance and freshness, which matures in cask for 12 months. • Serve it with red meats, game or mature cheeses. • Serve at: 60°-62°F. Description of the wine: Very pronounced fruit. Notes of redcurrants, cherries and plums that give freshness to the wine and meld with mineral, ethereal, spicy and vanilla-like hints. Taste: Rich, fresh and well-balanced fruit. Very lively acidity and a level of alcohol that en- sure good ageing potential. The retro-olfactory sensations echo those on the nose. This is a long, fresh, concentrated and very elegant wine. Ageing potential: it has a long future ahead of it. Linea La Fabriseria La Fabriseria Valpolicella DOC Classico Superiore • Corvina (35%), Corvinone (30%), Rondinella (30%), Oseleta (5%) • Native grapes from Valpolicella are over- ripened on the vine and vinified uncrushed in a lengthy process. • The wine is aged in Slavonian oak for about 1 1/2 years and then bottled and aged for about 6 months. • This is a robust wine that goes well with red meats, lamb, goat, game and aged cheeses. • Serve at 61-64°F. Description: Color: Intense ruby red, clear and trans- parent. Bouquet: Hints of black currant, sour cherry, cherry, and prune gives freshness to the wine and is combined with hints of minerals and vanilla ethers. Flavor: Rich structure and balance. It is an elegant wine with a long finish. Vino di Ripasso Capitel San Rocco Valpolicella DOC Ripasso Superiore • Corvina (30%), Corvinone (30%), Rondinella (30%), Rossignola, Oseleta, Negrara, Dindarella (10%) • The wine is obtained with selected grapes, using an old technique for making Ripasso that requires the refermentation of one part of the Valpolicella wine produced in October on the Amarone marc. • The wine is aged in sessile oak casks for 18- 24 months and then aged for 6 months in the bottle. • This wine, which improves with age, should be served with game, red meats and aged cheeses. • Serve at: 61 - 64 F. Description of the wine: Bouquet: ample and complex. Notes of cherry, raspberry and red currant give freshness to the wine. Flavor: the wine is fruity, well-balanced and well-structured. Alcohol and acidity are in good harmony. The wine is warm and round. The finish confirms the character of the bouquet. This wine has a long-lasting and persistent flavor. Vino IGT Corasco IGT Delle Venezie Appassimento • Corvina (75%), Refosco (20%), Raboso (5%) • Produced from grapes originating from various Venetian areas: the Corvina variety comes from Valpolicella, the Raboso variety from Oderzo and the Refosco variety from Aquileia. • The grapes are semi-dried before crushing. • After alcoholic fermentation wine is aged in Slavonian Oak barrels for 18 months. • A complex, well structured and elegant wine, ideal partner for the meal, perfect from pasta to cheeses. • Serve at: 61 – 64 F. Description of the wine: Bouquet: intense and elegant: ripe fruit aroma (currants, black cherries) with the vanilla and tobacco of Slavonian oak. Flavor: good body, good structure, lively acidity and alcohol content well balanced with tannins. The finish confirms the notes in the bouquet. A complex and elegant wine. Suited for ageing: 7/10 years.

Vini Recioto e Amarone Della Valpolicella Amarone della Valpolicella DOC • This wine is produced from grapes from various vines found in the Valpolicella region that have been dried for 4 months in a controlled environment. • The wine is aged in sessile oak casks for 2/3 years and is aged a further 6 months in the bottle. • This wine has a long life and is an excellent match for fine meats and aged cheeses. • Serve at: 61°F.

Description of the Wine: Clear and transparent. Bouquet: Notes of vanilla and ethereal airs depending on the period of aging in the barrel; notes of sweet fruits such as currants, blueberries, cherries depending on the varieties of . Flavor: Strong, rounded and warm structure. This is a well-balanced wine. After-taste confirms the notes in the bouquet. It has an enduring and persistent flavor. Capitel Monte Olmi Amarone della Valpolicella DOC Classico • Corvina (30%), Corvinone (30%), Rondinella (30%), Oseleta, Negrara, Dindarella, Croatina, Forselina (10%) • This wine is made from select grapes on vines of the same name situated in Pedemonte that have been dried for 4 months in a con- trolled environment. • The wine is aged in sessile oak casks for 2-3 years and bottle aged for a further 6 months. • This is a full-bodied wine with a long life to be savoured with red meats and game, roasts, braised meats and well-aged cheeses. • Serve at: 61- 64° F. Description of the wine: Bouquet: aromas of crushed blackberries, spice and flowers combined with notes of oak Flavor: full-bod- ied, with peppery, berry character, medium tannins and a fine finish. Suitable for long ageing.

Capitel Fontana Recioto della Valpolicella DOC Classico • Corvina (30%), Corvinone (30%), Rondinella (30%),Rossignola,Oseleta, Negrara, Dindarella (10%) • This wine is made from select grapes of the Monte Fontana vines of Pedemonte and other vines belonging to the winery that are dried for 4 months in a controlled environment. • The wine is obtained by the deliberate arrest of the natural fermentation process and aged for 18-24 months in sessile oak casks. • A rich wine with a long life, it goes well with desserts and cheeses such as sweet gorgonzola. • Serve at: 61- 64° F. Description of the wine: Bouquet: notes of vanilla and ethereal airs depending on the period of aging in the barrel; notes of sweet fruits such as currants, blueberries, cherries depending on the varieties of grapes. Flavor: wine with a velvety, raisiny character combined with the structure and typical stylish bitterness to give it good balance. It has an enduring and persistent flavor.

Vini Classici Del Veronese Capitel Tenda DOC Classico - (100%) • This wine is produced from grapes of vineyards located in Monteforte d’Alpone in the Soave classic region. • After alcoholic and malolactic fermentation, the wine is transferred to stainless steel vats and then bottle aged for 4 months. • The wine has good body and is ideal as an aperitif, but is also an excellent match for fish dishes. Serve at: 50-54 F. Description of the wine: Color: yellow with green reflections. Clear and transpar- ent. Bouquet: strong and complex fruit. Very clean and with notes of dry fruits such as almonds. Rich and elegant. Flavour: good body and good acidity. Relatively warm, rounded and well-balanced. Pleasing and elegant. The finish confirms the notes in the bouquet. Suited for ageing : 3/4 years.

Filadonna Pinot Grigio IGT Delle Venezie - 100% Pinot Grigio Filadonna is a delicate wine made from select Pinot Grigio grapes from the Valdadige Veronese, which comprises the Communes of Dolcè and Brentino Belluno. • Soil: gravely, medium textured rocky soil. • Vineyard age: 15 years (on average). • Vinification: Clarification and chemical and biological stabilization in tank. • Serving temperature: 60°F. Description: Bouquet: Fruity, intense, and complex, with white fruit (pear and golden delicious apple) accents. Palate: Nice body and good acidity. Round, with a lively savory finish with aromas that echo the nose. Ageing capacity: 2-3 years. Food-wine pairings: As an aperitif, with fish-based first course dishes and soups, with grilled or boiled fish, or with white meats.

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