Veneto’s Volcanic Sparkling Wine

Durello Spumante Extra Brut from Authentica Vini tells the story of a wine territory that remains relatively undiscovered internationally, yet is capable of producing sparkling wines with remarkable personality. It is made from Durella, an indigenous grape variety cultivated in the volcanic hills of the Lessini Mountains, between the provinces of Verona and Vicenza.

Naturally high in acidity, Durella is particularly well suited to the production of elegant and age-worthy sparkling wines. The Extra Brut style, with its low dosage, enhances the grape’s natural freshness, savory character, and mineral intensity.

The result is a refined and highly drinkable sparkling wine for those who appreciate dry, crisp wines with a strong sense of place.

The winemaker’s notes

"Durello is one of Veneto’s best-kept secrets. It has a very clear identity: freshness, minerality, and a natural vocation for sparkling wine. In the Extra Brut style, it reveals all its energy, with a vibrant palate and a savory character that makes it exceptionally versatile at the table."

— Yuri Stefani

Why we chose it

We selected this Durello because it offers a distinctive alternative to Italy’s better-known sparkling wines.

It is a wine that immediately appeals to those looking for freshness, elegance, and a strong territorial identity. Excellent as an aperitif, its naturally high acidity and pronounced savory character also make it remarkably versatile with food.

The territory

The grapes come from the Lessini Mountains, a volcanic territory stretching between Verona and Vicenza.

The soils, rich in basalt and mineral elements, contribute a distinctive savory and mineral character, while the hilly climate and significant day-night temperature variations help preserve the acidity and aromatic freshness that define Durella.

These conditions make the Lessini Mountains an ideal environment for producing sparkling wines with tension, freshness, and distinctive character.

The winery

Authentica Vini selects wines that showcase Italy’s individual wine territories and their most representative grape varieties.

This Durello embodies the winemaking tradition of the Lessini Mountains, offering an authentic expression of Durella designed to preserve the distinctive character of both the grape and its volcanic homeland.

Technical sheet

Denomination: Lessini Durello DOC Spumante Extra Brut
Grape variety: Minimum 85% Durella
Region: Veneto
Area: Lessini Mountains – Verona and Vicenza
Harvest: Manual
Vinification: Soft pressing, fermentation at controlled temperature, followed by secondary fermentation to develop freshness and fine perlage
Aging: On the lees according to the production method applicable to the denomination
Alcohol content: 12% vol.

In the glass

Color

Brilliant straw yellow with a fine, persistent perlage.

Aroma

Elegant and expressive, with notes of citrus, green apple, white flowers, and bread crust, accompanied by delicate mineral nuances.

Taste

Dry, fresh, and savory. The palate is dynamic, driven by lively acidity and balanced by the creamy texture of the fine bubbles. The finish is long and refreshing, with citrus and mineral notes that underline the wine’s volcanic character.

Food pairings

Perfect with:

• Oysters and seafood

• Fish tartare

• Raw seafood

• Sushi and sashimi

• Fried fish

• Delicate risottos

• Fresh cheeses

• Elegant aperitifs