Arele Santo
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Typically best enjoyed 10 to 30 years from the vintage release, though high-quality vintages can cellar well or even improve beyond this range.
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Blue cheeses like Gorgonzola, traditional almond biscotti, or classic fruit tarts.
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Hailing from the picturesque valleys of Trentino, Cavit's 'Arele' is a prestigious sweet wine crafted in the traditional 'Vino Santo' style, using the native Nosiola grape. The wine's name pays tribute to the 'arele'—the historic bamboo drying racks upon which the grapes are carefully laid after a late autumn harvest. Over several months, the grapes are dried under the influence of the 'Ora del Garda', a warm, dry breeze blowing from Lake Garda that prevents rot while concentrating sugars and flavors. Traditionally pressed during Holy Week, the concentrated juice undergoes an exceptionally slow fermentation and years of aging in small oak barrels. The result is a deep amber nectar characterized by complex aromas of dried apricot, orange peel, wild honey, and toasted hazelnut, balanced beautifully by Nosiola's signature alpine acidity.
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Established in 1950 as a consortium of cooperative wineries, Cavit (Cantina Viticoltori del Trentino) is located in Ravina di Trento, in the heart of the Trentino-Alto Adige region of northern Italy. Today, it unites multiple local cellars representing thousands of passionate grape growers, combining traditional alpine viticulture with advanced, eco-sustainable enological practices. The winery is celebrated for its diverse and high-quality portfolio, ranging from crisp Pinot Grigio and elegant Trentodoc sparkling wines to regional specialties like the sweet Arele Vino Santo and the prestigious 4 Vicariati Rosso Superiore blend. Additionally, Cavit produces the globally popular Lunetta Prosecco, showcasing their expertise in crafting vibrant, expressive sparkling wines that capture the spirit of northeastern Italy.