Zenato

Brand Description

The Zenato winery possesses a strong link to the richness of its local history and culture, and continues to develop this connection today. The estate is based in a territory that surrounds Lake Garda, with an extraordinary microclimate that allows for an optimal growing season. Cherishing a ‘frank and simple’ approach to life, Zenato is committed to producing affordable wine of exceptional quality. With a passion for the land and a dedication to vigorous research, innovation and quality improvement, Sergio Zenato strived to eclipse past results. He crafted wines that are known for their quality and consistency.

Founded in 1960 by Sergio and Carla Zenato, the Zenato winery was originally based on the production of quality wines from an indigenous varietal, Trebbiano di Lugana. Over time, the winery has been passed to Sergio and Carla’s children, who have maintained and expanded upon this vision. Their daughter Nadia currently handles the marketing and promotional activity for the company, while their son Alberto oversees all aspects of production, from the growing of the vines to the completion of the bottling process. Zenato has also explored another important area of Italian wine production — Valpolicella. It is here that they have dedicated endless efforts to the improvement and success of Amarone production, a wine of noble attributes and prestige. Zenato has entered into international markets and received the highest accolades from the wine industry’s leading experts, praise that reflects the way in which the company operates on a daily basis. Today, Zenato continues to look to the future and invest in development projects based in the areas of Valpolicella and Lugana.

Winemaking Philosophy

Today, the winery operates under a philosophy and mission of Quality (from the vineyard to the bottle and consumer), Passion and Tradition (respecting the roots of the territory and local culture).

Zenato Winery
Nadia Zenato
Zenato Family
Zenato Vineyards
Zenato Wine Cellar

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Winery Profile
Owner: The Zenato family
Winemaker: Alberto Zenato
Total acreage under vine: 175
Founded: 1960
Production: 2000000
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Acclaim
“Pronounced. Floral, white blossom aromas with hints of salt and minerals. Crushed rocks and seashells with dry leaves and citrus flavours. Good crunchy palate with a textured mineral finish.” — acclaim for 2022 Zenato Lugana San Benedetto from Decanter, Apr 2024
“This is good Amarone, furled tight enough to offer a sense of repose and respite before the storm of fruit and heat. A bit too big for its own good, with macerated cherry, leather polish, camphor and raspberry bon bon notes imparting a burn to the throat. The finish is long and forceful, yet I only question how much of this anyone could drink. For the hedonistic thrill-seeker. Age may offer some tone and savoriness.” — acclaim for 2018 Sergio Zenato Amarone Classico della Valpolicella from James Suckling, Apr 2024
“Good Superiore. Polished and contemporary, without quite hitting the sour, red fruited notes of the better tradionalists. Shows dark fruit and reductive hints of violets and camphor, with well-managed grape tannins and oak. Quite drinkable.” — acclaim for 2021 Zenato Valpolicella Superiore from James Suckling, Apr 2024
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