Valletta was the name used in the last century by local inhabitants to define the area around Colle di Santa Lucia, flanked by two small valleys that still converge near the center of Breganze. The Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are harvested and vinified separately. All grapes are carefully selected in the vineyard by experienced pickers, hand-harvested, and left in crates for 10–15 days to allow a slight evaporation of water from the berries, naturally concentrating sugars and aromas. The grapes are then completely destemmed and macerated for 13 days with frequent punch-downs and pump-overs. The wine is aged in small new Allier French oak barrels for about 22 months. After this maturation, it undergoes no stabilization or filtration and remains in the bottle for at least 8 years before being sold.
Tasting Notes
Technical Sheet
Grapes · 50% Merlot and 50% Cabernet Sauvignon
Denomination · Veneto IGT Rosso
Provenance · Hills of Santa Lucia in Breganze
Type · Dry
Color · Ruby red color laden with violet shades
Serving temperature · 16-18 °C
A full-bodied red with a deep, intense ruby color and violet highlights. On the nose, the scent of wet red earth emerges immediately, followed by ripe forest fruits mingled with spices, coffee, and cocoa. On the palate, it is elegant and balanced: the fruit expands, enhancing its austerity, while soft, well-integrated tannins provide long persistence. Perfect to accompany main courses of red meat, roasts, and braised dishes. Also excellent with aged cheeses.
Historical Notes
"Valletta"
The name "Valletta" is no coincidence: in the last century, this was the name given to the area surrounding Colle di Santa Lucia, bordered by two small valleys that still meet today in the heart of the town of Breganze. A name that evokes memory, identity, and a deep connection with the land.
Valletta Rosso is the result of careful viticulture and a production philosophy centered on respect for the environment, history, and taste. It is an ideal wine for those seeking authenticity in the glass, to pair with important dishes or to enjoy slowly, letting it tell its story.
The rich, mineral soils give the wine structure, depth, and complexity, qualities that emerge from the very first sip. Each grape variety is harvested and vinified separately, respecting its timing and characteristics, before coming together in a blend that tells a story of balance and elegance.
Valletta Rosso is much more than a simple wine: it is a tribute to the history and territory of Breganze, particularly Colle di Santa Lucia, long the beating heart of the local winemaking tradition. This important red is born from a perfectly balanced blend of Merlot (50%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (50%), varieties that find in the volcanic soils of the hill an ideal home to fully express themselves.
