Curtefranca DOC - Corte del Lupo - Rosso 2022 Magnum Cassa Legno - Ca' Del Bosco
Ca' Del BoscoMerlot 49%; Cabernet Sauvignon 31%; Cabernet Franc 9%; Carménère 11% Curtefranca Rosso D.O.C. 150 cl
$72.09−13%($48.06/ℓ)
Recommended price: $83.07
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Technical information
- Producer
- Ca' Del Bosco
- Name
- Curtefranca Rosso D.O.C.
- Variety
- Merlot 49%; Cabernet Sauvignon 31%; Cabernet Franc 9%; Carménère 11%
- Gradation
- 13.5%
- Format
- 150 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Red and forest fruits, liquorice, violet, herbs, light spice
- Vinification method
- Berry washing/drying; maceration 20–21 days; fermentation in small barrels
- Aging
- Aged 23 months in wood and steel; bottled Aug 2024; 5 months bottle
- Type of cask
- Small oak barrels
- Color
- Deep ruby red with violet rim
- Serving temperature
- 16-18 °C
- Recommended consumption
- 10-15 years
- Pairing
- Red meats, pork, game, aged cheeses
- Region
- Lombardy
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Municipalities Cazzago San Martino and Passirano (Franciacorta, BS)
- Type
- Still red wine
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Curtefranca DOC Corte del Lupo Rosso 2022 in magnum format is a Ca' Del Bosco offering for those seeking an expressive red presented with care. Of medium ruby color, it opens on the nose with notes of ripe red fruit, subtle spice nuances and more tertiary hints that make room for a complex yet measured profile. On the palate it shows balanced structure, well-integrated tannins and persistence that supports the sip without excess, offering impressions of fruit, sweet spices and a light mineral note.
The magnum format and wooden case make it suitable for convivial occasions or for those who wish to cellar bottles more slowly; opening it a little in advance allows better expression of the aromas. It pairs easily with traditional dishes, cured meats, lean white and red meats and medium-aged cheeses. Recommended serving temperature around 16–18 °C and, if possible, a short decanting to enhance the aromas.
The magnum format and wooden case make it suitable for convivial occasions or for those who wish to cellar bottles more slowly; opening it a little in advance allows better expression of the aromas. It pairs easily with traditional dishes, cured meats, lean white and red meats and medium-aged cheeses. Recommended serving temperature around 16–18 °C and, if possible, a short decanting to enhance the aromas.
The winery
Ca' del Bosco
Lombardia (Franciacorta)ItaliaSince 1968
Winery in Franciacorta (Lombardy), known for its Franciacorta made using the traditional method, combines a commitment to the land, modern cellar technologies and a strong engagement with culture and the arts.
- Grape varieties
- Chardonnay, Pinot Nero, Pinot Bianco, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Carménère, Cabernet Franc, Erbamat
- Declared vineyard area: 273.5 ha.
- Certified organic viticulture.
- A leading producer of Franciacorta: ranges that include Cuvée Prestige, Vintage Collection and the Annamaria Clementi reserve.
- An approach known as the 'Ca' del Bosco Method' that combines artisanal care with technological innovation.
- Cultural commitment: art projects and the Ca’ del Bosco Sculpture Award.
The story
The Zanella family transformed a small farmhouse in the hills of Erbusco into a winemaking project featuring high-density vineyards and cellar innovations. The first vineyards were planted in the late 1960s; commercial production began in the early 1970s with their first Franciacorta and Curtefranca labels. Over the decades the estate has expanded its vineyards, introduced new winemaking techniques and established iconic wines such as the Cuvée Annamaria Clementi and reserve versions.
Production philosophy
The winery states an approach that places listening to nature at its core, balancing tradition and innovation. This is reflected in practices aimed at enhancing the terroir, targeted technological investments to preserve the qualities of the grapes, and cultural initiatives that connect wine and art. Since 2014, the adoption of certified organic viticulture on part of the estate has been reported.
Terroir and vineyards
Erbusco, Franciacorta, Lombardy, Italy. Vineyards are spread across numerous parcels and crus within the Franciacorta production area.