Ca' di Alte
Ca' di Alte was created by winemaker Alberto Marchisio. Although himself a...
Piemontese, he has been working in the Veneto for some years. He joined Cantina Colli Vicentini as director and winemaker with the 2012 vintage and has since dramatically improved the quality of the wines. The grapes are grown primarily on the hills south of Vicenza, the Colli Berici, where the hillside sites ensure lower yields and better ripeness of the grapes. With Alberto's hand in the winery, the delicate aromas of the wines have been preserved. The Palladian window on the label references the work of the great Andrea Palladio, many of whose masterpieces are now UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The 16th century architect lived in Montecchio Maggiore, home of the Colli Vicentini winery, and Vicenza most of his life.
Vineyards
The vineyards are located in the hills and are north facing. The hillside sites experience cooler nights, allowing the aromatic compounds of the grapes to develop. The vines are trained using the Guyot system. The soil is calcareous and of volcanic origin.
Vintage Information
Winter of 2012/2013 in the Veneto was characterised by above-average temperatures. The season began with normal flowering thanks to the spring rains that reduced the water deficit in the soil. In summer, particularly in July and August, temperatures were higher than the norm with significant diurnal variation. The harvested grapes were healthy and showed good flavour development. The Sauvignon Blanc harvest began on 27th August and finished in the middle of September.
Vinification
The grapes were harvested, de-stemmed and crushed. Maceration with the skins lasted for four hours before the grapes were gently pressed. Cool fermentation took place at 14-16°C in order to retain fruit flavours. The wine saw no oak to preserve the grape's varietal character.
Tasting Notes
Pale yellow in colour, this Sauvignon is intensely fragrant with ripe varietal characteristics of mango and pineapple. It has good acidity and a fresh long finish.
Vintage Information
| Vintage | 2013 |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sauvignon Blanc |
| Region | Veneto |
| Winemaker | Alberto Marchisio |
| Alcohol (ABV) | 12.5% |
| Acidity | 5.5g/l |
| Residual Sugar | 5g/l |
| Wine pH | 3.24 |
Trade customers
Liberty Wines customers can order this wine directly from us.