La Cappuccina 'Madego' Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot - Cabernet Franc Rosso, Veneto IGT, Italy

Black cherry, plum, violet, and dried herbs open with a polished, savory profile. 2022 La Cappuccina ‘Madego’ Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot - Cabernet Franc Rosso reflects the Tessari family’s long-standing work in the Veneto, combining Bordeaux varieties with a restrained, balanced cellar style. Its structure, freshness, and measured ripeness speak to a producer focused on clarity, drinkability, and continuity across vintages.

Product Details:

• Producer: La Cappuccina
• Owners: Elena Tessari & Family
• ABV: 13.5%
• Vintage: 2022
• Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
• Blend: Bordeaux-style red blend

Sensory Description:

The wine opens with blackberry, black cherry, and plum layered with violet, bay leaf, and subtle spice. The palate is medium-bodied with supple texture and polished tannins, carrying dark fruit and savory herbal notes through a balanced frame. Fresh acidity keeps the wine focused, while hints of graphite and dried herbs linger into a smooth, composed finish.

Producer’s Background:

La Cappuccina is based in a seventeenth-century Venetian villa surrounded by organically farmed vineyards in the Soave hills. The Tessari family has guided the estate for generations, with Elena Tessari and her brothers continuing a philosophy deeply tied to sustainability, biodiversity, and respect for the land. A pioneer of organic viticulture since 1985, the estate has also embraced biodynamic farming practices and minimal intervention cellar work. The underground winery, carved beneath ancient lava flows, serves as a striking reminder of the volcanic origins that shape the character of their wines.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve at 16 to 18 degrees Celsius in a Bordeaux-style glass to emphasize aromatic detail and structure. Pair with grilled steak, roast lamb, braised meats, mushroom risotto, or aged hard cheeses.