“Il Conte” Rosso Veronese IGT 2015

“Il Conte” Rosso Veronese IGT by Cà dei Conti

“Il Conte” Rosso Veronese IGT 2015 is the result of a strict and personal grape selection carried out directly in the vineyard by Fabio and Renzo Rancan. The fruit comes from Cà Dei Conti, a one hectare property that has always belonged to the Rancan family, located in Tregnago at the foot of Mount Precastio. Positioned between 400 and 450 meters above sea level with full southern exposure, the vineyard grows on limestone marl soils of glacial origin, rich in rocky components and skeletal material.

The planting density is exceptionally high, around 9,000 vines per hectare, trained in Guyot on terraces. Each vine produces only about one kilogram of grapes, ensuring maximum concentration. The blend combines traditional indigenous varieties such as Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Marzemino and Teroldego with disease resistant grapes including Regent, Cabernet Volos and Cabernet Eidos. These resistant varieties do not require phytosanitary treatments against powdery or downy mildew, reflecting a clear commitment to environmentally responsible viticulture and protection of biodiversity.

Harvest takes place at the end of October in 5 kilogram crates, with several manual selection passes in the vineyard. The grapes are then dried until March in lofts under carefully controlled conditions of temperature, humidity and ventilation. Crushing begins in March, followed by one month of maceration at 8 °C and fermentation at 20 to 23 °C with gentle and continuous movement of the skins. Fermentation lasts around two months. After pressing, the wine is racked, clarified from coarse lees and transferred to French and American barriques where it completes alcoholic and malolactic fermentation and matures for four years on its fine lees. A further year of bottle ageing completes the process.

The analytical profile confirms its depth and power: 18 percent alcohol, total acidity of 7.5 g per liter, residual sugars of 6 g per liter, extract of 55 g per liter and pH 3.8.

In the glass it shows a deep red color, almost black, with a warm and intense bouquet. Aromas of cherry and strawberry blend with dried fruit, licorice, cocoa and layered spice. On the palate it is structured, rich and harmonious, offering remarkable body and long persistence. The balance between concentration, freshness and tannic depth gives a sense of fullness and complexity that unfolds gradually.

Ideal pairings include grilled red meats, roast beef, sliced beef or foal, roasts with savory sauces, game dishes and aged hard cheeses with a slight spicy note. It also performs beautifully as a meditation wine or at the end of a meal.