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VIGNE DI CATULLO, LUGANA SUPERIORE, DOC, 2005
Tenuta Roveglia


Born in the thirties, Tenuta Roveglia boasts the most extensive vineyard in the area of Lugana. Tenuta Roveglia has 125 acres of vineyards within the more than 245 acres of the estate.

Vigne di Catullo is a Lugana of great personality.  Its delicate yet robust qualities satisfy the most demanding and discerning palates.  The grapes come from the area of Lugana designated as premier cru, which was already heralded for its wine by the ancient Roman poet Catullo two thousand years ago.

Tasting Notes: Its rich flavor, with accents of hazelnut and ripe fruit, and a focused, silky finish make this wine an ideal accompaniment for pasta in light sauces, roasted meats, seafood dishes, risotto and cheese.

Two  bicchieri  - "Lugana Superiore Vigne di Catullo ’05 has dense fruit with a fresh vegetal vein and restrained hints of medicinal herbs."  Gambero Rosso, Italian Wines 2008

RECENT VINTAGE - 2003
One bicchieri - "The arrival of white wine expert Flavio Pra' to assist Paolo Fabriani at Tenuta Roveglia has made all the difference." 
Gambero Rosso, Italian Wines 2006
Region: Lombardy
Classification: Lugana DOC
Area of production: South of Lake Garda
Grape Varieties: 90% Trebbiano di Lugana & 10% Chardonnay
Soil: Clayey, calcareous
Average Age of Vines: 50 years
Trellising system: Guyot
Spacing of Plants: 3.00 x 0.70m
Production per acre: 2.68 tons
Vinification Technique: Stainless steel; rests in barrels for about 2 months.
Maturation: Decanted and filtered; one year in stainless steel then, 2 to 3 months in bottles.
Total Acidity: 5.93 g/l
Residual Sugar: 5.0 g/l

PH: 3.2
Alcohol: 13%
Total Cases Produced: 2,500