Maso Laito
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Typically best enjoyed 3 to 8 years from the vintage release, when its vibrant fruit and structured tannins are in perfect harmony.
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Slow-cooked beef pot roast, rich mushroom risotto, and aged cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano.
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Hailing from the historic Veneto region, Zonin's 'Maso Laito' is a classic expression of Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore. The Zonin family, with winemaking roots stretching back to 1821, crafts this red using the traditional 'ripasso' technique. In this time-honored process, a young, vibrant Valpolicella wine made from Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara grapes is re-fermented over the warm, dried grape skins leftover from the production of Amarone. This second fermentation infuses the wine with deeper color, velvety tannins, and complex aromas of dark cherries, dried plums, and sweet spices. The grapes are sourced from selected hillside vineyards in the Valpolicella zone, where clay and limestone soils impart a distinct mineral backbone and elegant structure to this robust red.
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Established in 1821 by Giobatta Zonin in the heart of Veneto's Gambellara region, Casa Vinicola Zonin has grown over seven generations to become one of Italy's most prestigious family-owned wine estates. The winery is globally renowned for pioneering high-quality sparkling wines, particularly its iconic Prosecco Cuv e 1821 Extra Dry, crafted using the Charmat method to preserve the fresh, aromatic character of the Glera grape. Beyond sparkling wines, Zonin produces an elegant range of still whites and reds, including crisp Pinot Grigio from Delle Venezie and rich, velvety Appassimento style wines, reflecting a deep commitment to showcasing Italy's diverse terroir.