Lui Cabernet Sauvignon
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Typically best enjoyed 3 to 8 years from the vintage release, allowing the robust tannins and rich oak notes to beautifully integrate with the concentrated fruit.
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Slow-braised beef short ribs, grilled rosemary lamb chops, and aged cheeses like mature Asiago or Parmigiano-Reggiano.
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Crafted by the historic Pasqua family, who have been pioneering Venetian winemaking since 1925, 'Lui' is a bold and expressive red wine that beautifully bridges local tradition and international flair. This Veneto IGT bottling typically blends the structure and dark fruit character of Cabernet Sauvignon with the vibrant acidity and cherry notes of the native Corvina grape. A portion of the grapes undergoes a brief appassimento—the traditional Venetian method of air-drying grapes—to concentrate the sugars, color, and complexity before fermentation. Aged in oak casks, the wine develops a rich, velvety texture with layers of ripe blackberries, plums, dark chocolate, and warm baking spices, showcasing the innovative spirit of Verona's modern wine renaissance.
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Founded in 1925 by the Pasqua brothers in Verona, Veneto, Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine has grown over nearly a century into a globally recognized ambassador of Italian winemaking, currently led by the family's third generation. Deeply rooted in the Valpolicella region while also sourcing exceptional fruit from Puglia and Sicily, the winery seamlessly blends traditional Veronese heritage with bold, contemporary innovation. They are highly regarded for their expressive Amarone and Valpolicella styles, alongside modern, creative releases like the acclaimed '11 Minutes' Rosé and their elegant Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay expressions.