Why Not? Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

2022

W13-BTG

Lugana DOC San Benedetto

Zenato
🍷 By the Glass

Alcohol

13.5% ABV

Region

Italy

Veneto

Grape Varieties

Dine-in Price฿1,000
Takeaway Price฿850
🍷Price per Glass฿220

Tasting Notes

Rich in personality and with great depth, this wine delivers a wide spectrum of fresh and complex aromas on the nose. It’s full-bodied and full-flavored in the mouth, with notes that shift from dried apple and pineapple to pear and vanilla. Its long, brilliant finish lingers with delicious results.

Food Pairings

Delicious dishes that pair perfectly with this wine

S1. Cherry CapreseExcellent Match

S1. Cherry Caprese

Fresh pear and apple flavours meet the creamy mozzarella beautifully, while the wine’s lively character balances ripe cherry tomatoes and leaves the basil tasting wonderfully fresh.

C3. Provolone Dolce 50grExcellent Match

C3. Provolone Dolce 50gr

Ripe citrus, gentle creaminess and refreshing acidity complement Provolone’s smooth richness, while the wine has enough body to sit comfortably alongside its pleasantly piquant finish.

C5. Piave Vecchio 50grExcellent Match

C5. Piave Vecchio 50gr

Ripe citrus and gentle almond notes complement Piave’s nutty sweetness, while lively freshness balances its firm texture and rich, savoury character without overwhelming the cheese.

F3. Sole Di AmalfiExcellent Match

F3. Sole Di Amalfi

Crisp citrus, fresh white fruit and gentle mineral notes complement the anchovies, while lively acidity balances creamy buffalo mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes and aromatic basil beautifully.

M8. "Filetti Di Alici" Anchovies 50grExcellent Match

M8. "Filetti Di Alici" Anchovies 50gr

ts fresh citrus and soft fruit balance the salty, tangy anchovies, while a clean, lively finish refreshes the palate beautifully after each intensely flavoured bite.

S10. Pumpkin SoupExcellent Match

S10. Pumpkin Soup

Pear, apple and a touch of pineapple suit the pumpkin’s gentle sweetness beautifully, while its fresh character balances the cream and keeps the pairing smooth and inviting.

PA25. Ravioli Ricotta And Spinach In Walnut SauceExcellent Match

PA25. Ravioli Ricotta And Spinach In Walnut Sauce

Fresh citrus, white fruit and gentle almond notes pair naturally with ricotta and walnuts, while lively acidity refreshes the palate through the creamy sauce and soft ravioli.

ME10. Alaskan King CrabExcellent Match

ME10. Alaskan King Crab

Fresh citrus, white fruit and subtle mineral notes complement the king crab’s sweet, delicate meat, while bright acidity balances the melted butter and keeps the pairing elegant.

C23. Bufala Campana DOP - 125grExcellent Match

C23. Bufala Campana DOP - 125gr

Fresh citrus and juicy fruit brighten the creamy mozzarella, while a smooth mineral finish balances its milky richness and leaves each bite pleasantly clean and refreshing.

M3. Olive Taggiasche DOP (Liguria) 50grExcellent Match

M3. Olive Taggiasche DOP (Liguria) 50gr

uicy citrus and gentle mineral notes brighten the savoury olives, while its smooth freshness balances their natural richness and subtle saltiness without overwhelming their delicate flavour.

C15. Cherry Mozzarella 50gExcellent Match

C15. Cherry Mozzarella 50g

Fresh citrus and juicy stone fruit brighten the soft mozzarella, while its smooth texture matches the cheese beautifully and leaves a clean, refreshing finish after every bite.

C20. Burrata - 100gExcellent Match

C20. Burrata - 100g

Fresh citrus and soft fruit brighten the rich Burrata, while its smooth, refreshing finish balances the creamy centre and keeps every bite light and pleasantly fresh.

A7. Mussels And ClamsExcellent Match

A7. Mussels And Clams

Lugana has the body to stand up to shellfish broth and the mineral backbone that mirrors the brine of the mussels. Its softer profile also stops the chili from turning sharp.

PA18. Tagliatelle Lobster And ClamsExcellent Match

PA18. Tagliatelle Lobster And Clams

Bright citrus, white fruit and gentle mineral notes complement sweet lobster and briny clams, while refreshing acidity balances the olive oil, tomatoes and rich homemade egg pasta.

A2. Burrata, rucola e pomodoriniGood Match

A2. Burrata, rucola e pomodorini

Soft texture and gentle citrus sit alongside the burrata without fighting it, and the acidity keeps the olive oil clean. Available by the glass, so it works as a starter pour.

C2. Grana Padano 50grGood Match

C2. Grana Padano 50gr

Ripe citrus, gentle richness and a fresh finish complement Grana Padano’s mild nutty flavour, giving enough weight for the cheese while keeping the pairing bright.

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🍷Ratings

Vivino
🥉
4.2/5.0
James Suckling
92/100
Wine Spectator
88/100
Wine Enthusiast
88/100
Antonio Galloni
90/100
Gambero Rosso
2/3

About the Winery

Zenato is a family-run winery founded in 1960, best known for Amarone della Valpolicella and Lugana wines from the southern shores of Lake Garda.

Location

Peschiera del Garda, Veneto, Italy

Visit Winery Website

www.zenato.it