{"title":"Bertani","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"bertani-due-uve-bianco-750ml","title":"Bertani Due Uve Bianco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBertani Due Uve Bianco\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 750ml Italian white wine (12.5% ABV) blending equal parts Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc from Venezia Giulia. The name \"Due Uve\" — meaning \"two grapes\" — signals the wine's defining concept: a purposeful 50\/50 marriage designed to showcase the strengths of each variety in a single, balanced glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 12.5%  |  Origin: Venezia Giulia, Italy (Romans d'Isonzo)  |  Style: Stainless Steel White Blend  |  Producer: Bertani\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBertani traces its roots to 1857, when the Bertani brothers established their winery in Verona, building a reputation across generations for benchmark Veneto wines. For the Due Uve Bianco, grapes are sourced from vineyards near Romans d'Isonzo in the Venezia Giulia region — an area prized for its mineral-rich soils and cool breezes from the Adriatic. Fermentation occurs off the skins in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks held at approximately 60°F, preserving aromatic freshness and bright acidity. The finished wine sees no oak; it rests in bottle for three months before release, allowing the blend to integrate while maintaining its vibrant, primary fruit character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with Sauvignon Blanc's signature tangy lift — sage, elderflower, and a whisper of green pepper. Beneath that, ripe peach and gentle citrus blossom provide a rounder, more inviting dimension contributed by the Pinot Grigio component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the palate, Pinot Grigio takes the lead, delivering body and a sense of elegance that anchors the wine's mid-palate. Tangy citrus and fresh peach flavors carry through, balanced by crisp acidity that keeps each sip focused. A subtle herbal thread — sage, green apple skin — adds complexity without weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is soft yet dry, with lingering floral and citrus impressions that gently fade. It is moderate in length, clean, and refreshing — inviting another sip rather than demanding contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Due Uve Bianco\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe well-chilled between 46–50°F to let the aromatic interplay of both grapes shine. This wine is at its best young and fresh, within a year or two of vintage. A \u003cstrong\u003eWhite Wine Spritzer\u003c\/strong\u003e highlights its citrus and herbal brightness with just a splash of sparkling water. A \u003cstrong\u003eHugo Spritz\u003c\/strong\u003e — combining the wine with elderflower syrup, prosecco, and mint — amplifies its existing elderflower notes. It also works beautifully in a \u003cstrong\u003eWhite Sangria\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its peach and sage character pairs naturally with sliced stone fruit and fresh herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeeknight dinners calling for a versatile, food-friendly white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm-weather gatherings and aperitivo hour on the patio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing someone to Italian white blends beyond single-varietal Pinot Grigio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight seafood or salad courses at a dinner party\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Due Uve Bianco taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers tangy citrus and ripe peach flavors underscored by sage and elderflower, with crisp acidity and a soft, dry finish. The blend balances Sauvignon Blanc's aromatic punch with Pinot Grigio's mid-palate body and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Due Uve Bianco compare to Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both sit at a similar price tier, but Due Uve Bianco incorporates 50% Sauvignon Blanc, adding an herbal, aromatic dimension that pure Pinot Grigio wines like Santa Margherita typically lack. Santa Margherita tends toward a rounder, more mineral-driven profile, while Due Uve Bianco leans brighter and more aromatically complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Due Uve Bianco good for everyday sipping?\u003c\/strong\u003e Its approachable 12.5% ABV, clean stainless-steel profile, and balanced acidity make it a natural everyday white — easy to enjoy on its own or alongside a wide range of lighter meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Due Uve Bianco made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced by Bertani, a historic winery founded in 1857 in Verona, Italy. The grapes for Due Uve Bianco are grown near Romans d'Isonzo in the Venezia Giulia region of northeastern Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Due Uve Bianco?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled shrimp or scallops benefit from the wine's citrus acidity. Caprese salad mirrors its fresh herbal notes. Risotto with asparagus and peas complements the sage and green vegetable character. Light chicken dishes with lemon and herbs echo the wine's tangy profile. Fresh goat cheese amplifies its bright, dry finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Due Uve Bianco come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard bottling is 750ml, which is the most widely available format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Due Uve Bianco worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Due Uve Bianco positions as an accessible, entry-level expression from a storied Italian producer, delivering more aromatic complexity than many single-varietal whites at the same tier thanks to its deliberate two-grape blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Due Uve Bianco?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat separates this wine from the crowded field of Italian whites is Bertani's intentional blending philosophy — the 50\/50 Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc split is not a compromise but a design, engineered so each variety compensates for the other's limitations. The Sauvignon Blanc brings aromatic lift and herbal verve; the Pinot Grigio contributes textural weight and a grounded mid-palate. Backed by over 165 years of winemaking heritage and produced entirely in stainless steel to preserve that precise varietal interplay, Due Uve Bianco is a credible, refreshing white that rewards drinkers looking beyond the obvious single-grape bottles on the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bertani","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44836841390249,"sku":"21121","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"bertani-amarone-della-valpolicella-collezione","title":"Bertani Amarone della Valpolicella Collezione","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBertani Amarone della Valpolicella Collezione\u003c\/strong\u003e is a benchmark Italian red wine from one of Valpolicella's oldest estates, bottled at 14.1% ABV in a standard 750ml format. The 2015 vintage earned a perfect 100 points from James Suckling, who named it the #1 wine on his Top 100 Wines of 2024 list — a rare distinction for any Amarone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 14.1%  |  Origin: Valpolicella Classica, Veneto, Italy  |  Aged 7 Years in Slavonian Oak  |  Distillery: Bertani (Est. 1857)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBertani was founded in 1857 and remains one of Valpolicella's most historically significant producers, with vineyards centered on the Tenuta Novare estate in Arbizzano di Negrar. The Collezione is produced from a blend of Corvina Veronese and Rondinella grapes, which are hand-placed in single layers on bamboo racks — a labor-intensive technique requiring hundreds of man-hours that most Amarone producers have abandoned in favor of stacked bins. After 120 days of appassimento drying, the grapes undergo 40 days of maceration and fermentation before aging for seven years primarily in large Slavonian oak casks, a patient approach that defines Bertani's classical style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried plum and Morello cherry rise first, followed by layers of tea leaves, hazelnuts, and a thread of cinnamon. Licorice and baking spice develop with time in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is dense with ripe blackberry and black cherry, moving into cassis and star anise at mid-palate. Firm yet velvety tannins frame the fruit, while a balanced acidity keeps the sweetness of red berry and soft spice from tipping toward heaviness. There is a serious structural backbone beneath the richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and satisfying, with lingering touches of dark chocolate, nutmeg, and dried stone fruit. The tannins resolve gracefully, leaving a warm, spiced echo that persists well after the last sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Bertani Collezione\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Amarone is best served at 16–18°C (61–64°F) and benefits from at least 30 minutes of decanting; older vintages may need more. Neat in a large-bowled glass is the ideal serve, allowing the complex aromatics to unfold fully. While not a typical cocktail wine, it works in a \u003cstrong\u003eSangria Nobile\u003c\/strong\u003e built around dark fruit and cinnamon for a luxurious winter punch, a \u003cstrong\u003eValpolicella Negroni\u003c\/strong\u003e variation where it replaces sweet vermouth to add dried-fruit depth, or an \u003cstrong\u003eAmarone Reduction\u003c\/strong\u003e used as a finishing element in a wine-based cocktail syrup for savory drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a serious wine collector or Italian wine enthusiast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelebrating a milestone anniversary or achievement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with a formal winter dinner centered on braised or roasted meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a cellar-worthy bottle to a long-term wine collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Bertani Collezione taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers concentrated dried black cherry, blackberry, and cassis layered with star anise, dark chocolate, and nutmeg. The texture is dense but balanced by firm, velvety tannins and bright underlying acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Bertani Collezione compare to Masi Costasera Amarone?\u003c\/strong\u003e Masi Costasera is widely regarded as an accessible, entry-level Amarone with a shorter aging period and more approachable fruit-forward character. Bertani Collezione occupies a more traditional, age-worthy tier — its seven years in Slavonian oak and hand-laid bamboo-rack drying produce a more structured, complex wine with significantly greater depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Bertani Collezione good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — this is an Amarone built for contemplative, unhurried drinking. Its layered aromatics and long finish reward slow, attentive sipping after a proper decant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Bertani Collezione made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced by Bertani at their Tenuta Novare estate in Arbizzano di Negrar, within the Valpolicella Classica zone of Veneto, northern Italy. Bertani has operated from this region since 1857.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Bertani Collezione?\u003c\/strong\u003e Braised beef short ribs complement the wine's dense tannins and dark fruit. Osso buco mirrors its Italian heritage and matches the savory-sweet profile. Aged Parmigiano-Reggiano or Grana Padano echo its nutty, complex character. Dark chocolate desserts align with the cocoa notes on the finish. Roasted game birds such as duck or guinea fowl stand up to the wine's richness without overwhelming it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Bertani Collezione come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard release is a 750ml bottle, which is the most widely available format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Bertani Collezione worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions firmly in the premium-to-ultra-premium tier of Amarone. Given the 100-point James Suckling score for the 2015 vintage, the labor-intensive handmade bamboo-rack drying process, and seven years of oak aging, it represents serious value relative to comparably scored wines from other prestigious Italian appellations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Bertani Collezione?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA perfect 100-point score from James Suckling — and the #1 position on his 2024 Top 100 list — places the 2015 vintage among the most critically acclaimed Amarones ever produced. What separates Bertani from nearly every other producer in the region is the commitment to hand-laying individual grape bunches on bamboo racks for drying, a painstaking process that most competitors have replaced with modern stacked bins. Combined with a full seven years of maturation in large Slavonian oak, the result is an Amarone of rare structural integrity and aromatic complexity. For anyone seeking a traditionally made, age-worthy expression of Valpolicella's greatest wine style, Bertani Collezione stands at the top of the field.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bertani","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837888721065,"sku":"33991","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Bertani-Amarone-della-Valpolicella-Collezione__06540.jpg?v=1730498645"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/bertani.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}