Cà Rugate

Valpolicella DOC - Rio Albo - 375ml - Cà Rugate 2024

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Format: 375 ml

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Technical information

Producer	Cà Rugate
Name	Valpolicella DOC
Variety	45% Corvina, 40% Corvinone, 15% Rondinella
Vintage	2024
Gradation	12.5%
Format	375 ml
Aromatic profile	Red fruits, cherry, light spices
Vinification method	Traditional fermentation in steel
Region	Veneto
Production area	Valpolicella
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Type of cask	Stainless steel
Color	Ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	Within 3-5 years
Pairing	Red meats, cold cuts, medium-aged cheeses

Descrizione

The Valpolicella DOC - Rio Albo by Cà Rugate is an elegant and perfectly balanced red wine that comes from the renowned wine region of Veneto, Italy. Produced with a combination of native grapes such as Corvina, Rondinella, and Corvinone, this wine represents an excellent example of the quality and tradition that Cà Rugate maintains in its winemaking processes.

With its ruby-red color and violet reflections, Valpolicella DOC - Rio Albo presents an intriguing aromatic palette on the nose, featuring notes of cherry, plum, and a light touch of aromatic herbs, blending into a harmonious and captivating bouquet. On the palate, it is pleasantly fresh with a balanced acidity that marries beautifully with a soft, velvety tannic structure.

This wine stands out for its versatility in food pairing, excellent with both meat dishes and aged cheeses. The slight spicy note and its freshness make it an ideal companion for a wide variety of cuisines, from traditional Italian dishes to bolder international fare.

Cà Rugate winery, known for its commitment to producing high-quality wines and great territorial expressiveness, carefully manages every phase of production, from cultivating the vineyards to winemaking, ensuring that each bottle of Rio Albo Valpolicella DOC reflects the pure essence of the terroir.

With a moderate alcohol content, this wine is an excellent choice for those looking for a delicate yet distinctive red, perfect for both special occasions and as a pleasant companion in everyday life.

The winery

Ca' Rugate – Winery in Veneto

Discover the story and wines of Ca' Rugate.

Family-run winery from Verona (Montecchia di Crosara) active in the Soave Classico, Valpolicella and Lessini Durello appellations, with a strong territorial focus and sustainable agronomic practices.

Region: Veneto

Country: Italia

Founded: 1986

Grapes: Garganega, Trebbiano di Soave, Durella, Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Molinara

On-site wine museum dedicated to the history of local viticulture. Approximately 90 hectares of vineyards across Soave Classico, Valpolicella and Lessini Durello. Annual production of approximately 750,000 bottles, distributed across numerous international markets. Agronomic practices focused on sustainability and organic vineyard management. Member of Indipendenti del Soave / F.I.V.I. and offering a comprehensive range of wine tourism visits and experiences.

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Winery history

The Tessari family has been cultivating vineyards in the area for over a century; the Ca' Rugate label first appeared on bottles in 1986. In 2001 Michele Tessari, the fourth generation of the family, launched a project to reorganize the estate and expand the vineyards, and the new winery in Montecchia di Crosara was inaugurated in 2002. Over the years the estate has developed wine‑tourism activities and created a wine museum to tell the family's agricultural history.

Production philosophy

Quality that begins in the vineyard is a priority: sustainable management and low-impact practices to enhance native varieties and the expression of the terroir. Since 2004 the estate has adopted more sustainable agronomic methods and demonstrates a commitment to traceability and preserving the local character. Since 2013 it has been part of Indipendenti del Soave.

Terroir and vineyards

The vineyards are situated on the hills of Val d'Alpone and on land well suited to Soave Classico, Valpolicella and Lessini Durello. The soils have a volcanic and calcareous‑basaltic composition typical of the Soave area; some parcels lie on ridges and terraces with steep slopes and average elevations of around 400–450 meters above sea level.

Awards and recognitions

Numerous national and international awards, including several 'Tre Bicchieri' from the Gambero Rosso guide for the winery's wines, and medals/recognitions at international competitions also dedicated to mountain and heroic wines.