Located in Erbusco, in the province of Lombardy, Ca'del Bosco is widely recognized as one of Italy's greatest wine estates. In 1968, Ca'del Bosco was founded on two hundred and thirty acres, and planted with chardonnay, pinot blanc and pinot noir, the traditional varietals of Franciacorta. After years of significant investment, technological improvements and the usual experience brought about by trial and error, Ca'del Bosco has won a reputation as one of the world's most prominent producers of not only fine sparkling wines, but also still wines. In 1998, Gambero Rosso, the leading authority on Italian wines, began referring to the estate as one of the few Stars in Italy, having won so many coveted Three Glasses awards. In 2002, the winery was named Winery of the Year by the same publication. This wine has taken its name from its producer Maurizio Zanella, widely regarded as an innovator in the Italian wine industry and one of the few producers to introduce the Italian oenological renaissance. A classic Bourdeaux mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, which has been matured in small oak casks, 100% new, small oak barrels for 15 months followed by bottle ageing for 15 months. This wine is very elegant and refined with a deep, complex varietal fragrance with lingering aromatic persistence. The blend is both full and smooth in flavour and can age for a long time. It is the Ca' del Bosco wine which has received the most recognition both from the international professional press and famous restaurants. (6 x 75 cl)
Region:
Italy, Lombardy, Franciacorta
Producer:
Ca'del Bosco
Product ID:
44376
Ca'del Bosco CARMENERO Franciacorta Lombardy
Description: Located in Erbusco, in the province of Lombardy, Ca'del Bosco is widely recognized as one of Italy's greatest wine estates. In 1968, Ca'del Bosco was founded on two hundred and thirty acres, and planted with chardonnay, pinot blanc and pinot noir, the traditional varietals of Franciacorta. After years of significant investment, technological improvements and the usual experience brought about by trial and error, Ca'del Bosco has won a reputation as one of the world's most prominent producers of not only fine sparkling wines, but also still wines. In 1998, Gambero Rosso, the leading authority on Italian wines, began referring to the estate as one of the few Stars in Italy, having won so many coveted Three Glasses awards. In 2002, the winery was named Winery of the Year byt the same publication. Ca’del Bosco Carmenero is made only from estate-grown carmènere, that was in fact originally thought to be Cabernet Franc. Investigations were undertook and it was established that what in the North of Italy was called Cabernet Franc and in Chile Merlot was, in fact, Carmènere. This is reflected in the colorful graphic that adorns the Carmenero label, that of a wolf shedding its outer appearance (6 x 75 cl) Price: £256.56
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Ca'del Bosco Franciacorta Sparkling Brut
Description: Located in Erbusco, in the province of Lombardy, Ca'del Bosco is widely recognized as one of Italy's greatest wine estates. In 1968, Ca'del Bosco was founded on two hundred and thirty acres, and planted with chardonnay, pinot blanc and pinot noir, the traditional varietals of Franciacorta. After years of significant investment, technological improvements and the usual experience brought about by trial and error, Ca'del Bosco has won a reputation as one of the world's most prominent producers of not only fine sparkling wines, but also still wines. In 1998, Gambero Rosso, the leading authority on Italian wines, began referring to the estate as one of the few Stars in Italy, having won so many coveted Three Glasses awards. In 2002, the winery was named Winery of the Year byt the same publication. A blend of 75% Chardonnay, 15% Pinot Bianco , 10% Pinot Nero , with a straw with greenish reflection appearance. This sparkling wine has an intense, very refined flower of a lime tree aroma, underlined by the smell of apple and peach. The flavour is very mild, soft and delicate, with the acidity in perfect balance and finishes with a persistent note of ripe fruit. (6 x 75 cl) Price: £146.25
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Ca'del Bosco PINERO SEBINO IGT Franciacorta Lombardy
Description: Located in Erbusco, in the province of Lombardy, Ca'del Bosco is widely recognized as one of Italy's greatest wine estates. In 1968, Ca'del Bosco was founded on two hundred and thirty acres, and planted with chardonnay, pinot blanc and pinot noir, the traditional varietals of Franciacorta. After years of significant investment, technological improvements and the usual experience brought about by trial and error, Ca'del Bosco has won a reputation as one of the world's most prominent producers of not only fine sparkling wines, but also still wines. In 1998, Gambero Rosso, the leading authority on Italian wines, began referring to the estate as one of the few Stars in Italy, having won so many coveted Three Glasses awards. In 2002, the winery was named Winery of the Year byt the same publication. This 100% Pinot Nero is the bane and delight of some of the greatest winegrowers in the world. It is a difficult vine. It is a site specific grape, so it is only successful in a few areas of the world and, even then, not every year. Ca' del Bosco took up the challenge in 1983. In many blind tastings, carried out by great international experts, it has outclassed the big names from Burgundy. Pinero is elegance personified. The richness is striking and the range of varietal aromas and the citrus and jam notes highlight the sensations coming from the aging in barriques. This Pinot Noir is very particular, able to show strength and finesse. It shows originality, with well-combined richness, finesse and smoothness, matched with rare elegance. Extremely smooth to the taste, it leaves a lingering ripe fruit impression. (6 x 75 cl) Price: £289.11
Ca'del Bosco CURTEFRANCA Bianco DOCG Franciacorta Lombardy
Description: Located in Erbusco, in the province of Lombardy, Ca'del Bosco is widely recognized as one of Italy's greatest wine estates. In 1968, Ca'del Bosco was founded on two hundred and thirty acres, and planted with chardonnay, pinot blanc and pinot noir, the traditional varietals of Franciacorta. After years of significant investment, technological improvements and the usual experience brought about by trial and error, Ca'del Bosco has won a reputation as one of the world's most prominent producers of not only fine sparkling wines, but also still wines. In 1998, Gambero Rosso, the leading authority on Italian wines, began referring to the estate as one of the few Stars in Italy, having won so many coveted Three Glasses awards. In 2002, the winery was named Winery of the Year by the same publication. A captivating blend of chardonnay and pinot blanc grapes, it is fragrant, lively, fruity and supple. It has the surprising ability to grow in complexity with extended ageing. This white wine should be chilled slightly and lends itself well to grilled fish or chicken. (6 x 75 cl) Price: £111.29
Ca'del Bosco CURTEFRANCA Rosso DOCG Franciacorta Lombardy
Description: Located in Erbusco, in the province of Lombardy, Ca'del Bosco is widely recognized as one of Italy's greatest wine estates. In 1968, Ca'del Bosco was founded on two hundred and thirty acres, and planted with chardonnay, pinot blanc and pinot noir, the traditional varietals of Franciacorta. After years of significant investment, technological improvements and the usual experience brought about by trial and error, Ca'del Bosco has won a reputation as one of the world's most prominent producers of not only fine sparkling wines, but also still wines. In 1998, Gambero Rosso, the leading authority on Italian wines, began referring to the estate as one of the few Stars in Italy, having won so many coveted Three Glasses awards. In 2002, the winery was named Winery of the Year byt the same publication. This Rosso is a stylish blend of cabernet, merlot, barbera and nebbiolo, and it has been produced since 1975. It offers a beautiful red colour with a strong fruity fragrance and nuances of herbs. Robust with a highly refined structure. (6 x 75 cl) Price: £111.29
Ca'del Bosco DOSAGE ZERO Millesimato Franciacorta Lombardy DOCG
Description: Located in Erbusco, in the province of Lombardy, Ca'del Bosco is widely recognized as one of Italy's greatest wine estates. In 1968, Ca'del Bosco was founded on two hundred and thirty acres, and planted with chardonnay, pinot blanc and pinot noir, the traditional varietals of Franciacorta. After years of significant investment, technological improvements and the usual experience brought about by trial and error, Ca'del Bosco has won a reputation as one of the world's most prominent producers of not only fine sparkling wines, but also still wines. In 1998, Gambero Rosso, the leading authority on Italian wines, began referring to the estate as one of the few Stars in Italy, having won so many coveted Three Glasses awards. In 2002, the winery was named Winery of the Year byt the same publication. Created in 1978 Dosage Zero is a no compromise very dry Franciacorta with a firm sharp taste, good tartness and pungency. It is well structured, extremely classy and has a lingering aftertaste. It is a blend of 68% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Bianco, 12% Pinot Noir, it is a light straw with antique gold colour and green notes. The very intense nose is delicate and complex at the same time and smells of bread yeast, apricot, peach and grapefruit. Dry with the appropriate acidity that confers strength and character, this sparkling wine finishes with a pleasant hint of butter. (6 x 75 cl) Price: £193.08
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Ca'del Bosco Chardonnay Terre di Franciacorta Lombardy DOC
Description: Located in Erbusco, in the province of Lombardy, Ca'del Bosco is widely recognized as one of Italy's greatest wine estates. In 1968, Ca'del Bosco was founded on two hundred and thirty acres, and planted with chardonnay, pinot blanc and pinot noir, the traditional varietals of Franciacorta. After years of significant investment, technological improvements and the usual experience brought about by trial and error, Ca'del Bosco has won a reputation as one of the world's most prominent producers of not only fine sparkling wines, but also still wines. In 1998, Gambero Rosso, the leading authority on Italian wines, began referring to the estate as one of the few Stars in Italy, having won so many coveted Three Glasses awards. In 2002, the winery was named Winery of the Year byt the same publication. Try to imagine a wine which has the sharpness and depth of aroma of a white wine but the structure of a red wine. Frist made in 1983, in order to challenge the other international wines obtained from the chardonnay grape, it is now considered a precise reference for this varietal. This is the Ca' del Bosco Chardonnay, a deep golden yellow color with a complex fragrance of ripe fruit, vanilla and toast. In the mouth, it has a rich structure, finesse and great smoothness. (6 x 75 cl) Price: £256.56
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Ca'del Bosco CUVEE ANNAMARIA CLEMENTI Sparkling Franciacorta Lombardy DOCG
Description: Located in Erbusco, in the province of Lombardy, Ca'del Bosco is widely recognized as one of Italy's greatest wine estates. In 1968, Ca'del Bosco was founded on two hundred and thirty acres, and planted with chardonnay, pinot blanc and pinot noir, the traditional varietals of Franciacorta. After years of significant investment, technological improvements and the usual experience brought about by trial and error, Ca'del Bosco has won a reputation as one of the world's most prominent producers of not only fine sparkling wines, but also still wines. In 1998, Gambero Rosso, the leading authority on Italian wines, began referring to the estate as one of the few Stars in Italy, having won so many coveted Three Glasses awards. In 2002, the winery was named Winery of the Year by the same publication. The Cuvee Annamaria Clementi represents finesse, elegance fruit and complexity. The perlage is very delicate, the mousse creamy. The rich, stylish nose releases crisp notes of juicy apples and pears, with hints of spice. On the palate, you will appreciate the weight, the complex harmony, the roundness, the long finish and the clean definition of fruit. (6 x 75 cl) Price: £376.20
Podere del Bosco Syrah
Description: Podere del Bosco Syrah from Italy by Manzano Fine Wine (12 x 75cl) Price: £277.30
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Cesari Amarone Vignetti IL BOSCO della Valpolicella
Description: Situated in the North-east, stretching between Verona and Venice, Veneto produces the largest volume of DOC wines in Italy. Much of these come from the province of Verona which is famous for both Soave and Valpolicella. Perhaps the greatest wine of the region is the Amarone della Valpolicella, made from semi-dried grapes, giving a wine that is intense, long and rich with a high alcohol content. The region is also becoming well-known for its range of varietal wines, of which Cesari produce some excellent examples. (6 x 75 cl) Price: £250.00
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Tua Rita PERLATO DEL BOSCO Rosso Toscana
Description: Suvereto is a small, medieval town in the province of Livorno. Rita Tua and Virgilio Bisti acquired the estate in 1984. Additional vineyards were planted in 1988, 1997 and 1998 which means that fans of these limited wines can look forward to an increase in production as soon as the newest vines bear fruit. This tiny Tuscan estate has been the recipient of constant accolades for the explosively rich, full bodied wines produced. As of1998, Stefano Chioccioli has been the winemaker at this estate. Stefano is renowned in Italy for his expertise in both the vineyard and the cellar and also works with other high quality producers like Allegrini, I Giusti e Zanza and Fanti. Perlato del Bosco Rosso is 100% Sangiovese from the Perlato del Bosco vineyard. The grapes are harvested in late September to early October. Maceration of the skins in contact with the must lasts approximately 15 to 18 days while manually punching down on the cap for extraction. The wine is aged for 20 months in oak barrels followed by 6 months in the bottle before release. Deep purple colour with dark and very intense aromas of blackberry, cocoa and spice. Dense and spicy on the palate with a finish that lingers. (12 x 75 cl) Price: £273.40
