The Tessari family has been growing grapes at La Cappuccina for over a century, starting in 1890. The site of an ancient chapel of Franciscan friars, these 70 vineyard acres surround the family villa located at Costalunga di Monteforte d'Alpone in the Soave D.O.C. (Denomination Of Controlled origin) production zone near Verona. Commitment to making Soave from the highest quality grapes possible begins with the patriarch, Lorenzo, who has cultivated grapes his entire life. Found selectivity in the vineyard and in the cellar are the working principles in the creating and shaping of high level wines.

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Soave DOC 2003

100% Garganega

Clean, minerally and appley, with just a hint of pears. Medium-bodied, with good fruit and a medium finish. Color: straw yellow. Aroma: delicate with notes of flowers, pineapple and almond. Flavor: dry, well structured, with a slightly bitter finish, typical of the Garganega grape. (JS)

Madego Rosso IGT 2003

Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot

Campo Buri 2001

Carmenere and Oseleta

Soave Classico Superiore San Brizio DOC 2001

100% Garganega

This is late-harvest in style, with lots of dried pineapple and mango character. Full-bodied, with good apple character and a vanilla finish. Drink now. (JS)

Arzimo 2002

100% Garganega

A noble wine, with notes of vanilla, figs, nuts, candied citrus fruit and apricots. Soft and full, this late-harvest style, is sweet and persistent.