Fontana
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Best enjoyed young and vibrant, typically within 1 to 4 years from the vintage release to appreciate its fresh fruit character.
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Classic Italian pasta dishes with tomato-based sauces, grilled poultry, and medium-aged cheeses such as Asiago.
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Hailing from the historic heart of the Valpolicella Classico zone in Veneto, Italy, Tommasi's 'Fontana' represents the vibrant, traditional soul of the region. Established in 1902 by Pietro Tommasi, the family estate has grown from a tiny vineyard plot to an icon of Venetian winemaking. This red wine is crafted primarily from the classic indigenous grape varieties of Corvina Veronese, Rondinella, and Molinara. The name pays homage to the historic stone fountains scattered throughout the local villages, which historically served as vital water sources and gathering places for vineyard workers. Vinified predominantly in stainless steel to preserve its bright, fruit-forward character, the wine showcases the classic terroir of clay and limestone soils, yielding a fresh, lively profile marked by red cherry, wild berries, and a touch of white pepper.
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Founded in 1902 by Giacomo Tommasi, Tommasi Viticoltori is a historic family-owned estate located in Pedemonte, in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico region of Veneto, Italy. Now managed by the fourth generation of the Tommasi family, the estate has grown from a small vineyard into one of Italy's most respected wine producers, while remaining deeply committed to traditional viticultural practices and the expression of local terroir. The winery is celebrated for its mastery of the appassimento technique, producing world-class Amarone della Valpolicella, such as the single-vineyard Ca' Florian, alongside elegant Valpolicella Classico Superiore Rafael and expressive white wines from Lugana like Fornaci.