Cantina Sociale Ponte di Piave, Villa del Re




Villa Del Re is from the northeastern part of the region of Veneto in the province of Treviso. Treviso borders on Friuli. Along the broad banks of the Piave River, about 25 miles northeast and inland from where the river empties into the Adriatic, lies the winery Cantina Sociale Ponte di Piave. The strength of their wines, which is the fragrance and freshness, comes from the gravelly terrain the vines are grown in, unlike the sandy clays toward the Adriatic.

Villa del Re, Veneto


Pinot Grigio
...is a clone from the Pinot Nero grape varietal and was originally brought to Italy from the French area of Borgogne. Villa Del Re Pinot Grigio is produced with some of the most modern technologies available today, from refrigeration of the fresh "must" to low temperature fermentation. This enhances the fragrance and balance of this wine. The alcohol content of this Pinot Grigio is around 11.5% and is a delightful wine for just drinking alone or to accompany foods that are not intense in flavor.


Merlot
...as with the Cabernet, also originated in France. It is one of the regions most heavily planted varietals, and as with the Cabernet, the Merlot is no longer considered foreign because of its very Italian traits. This wine is delicious and light with good fruit and a fresh Merlot fragrance. A great wine to compliment roasted or broiled meats and pasta dishes. Also a satisfying wine for sipping.

Cabernet sauvignon
...originally a French varietal, has been growing in the Piave region for so long it is no longer considered foreign in as much as these wines have acquired local traits. It is a delicious medium-bodied Cabernet with a warm, lively flavor and good fruit. A great wine to compliment roasted or barbecued meats, chicken, and pasta.