2019 Quintarelli Giuseppe, Veneto Bianco, Secco Ca' del Merlo

The Quintarelli family established their iconic estate in the village of Negrar, Veneto, where they have spent over sixty years refining a reputation for dedicated, meticulous winemaking. This white wine is made from a blend of Garganega, Trebbiano, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Saorin, all sourced from thirty-year-old vines rooted in limestone and basalt soils. In the glass, it reveals nuanced notes of white peach, melon, and lemon zest, supported by a distinct mineral thread and a rich, texturally complex mouthfeel. The 2019 vintage provided a stable climate that allowed for excellent fruit ripeness, balancing the wine’s natural intensity with crisp acidity. This is a rare white expression from a legendary producer, offering both immediate appeal for tonight’s table and the structural integrity to develop further in the cellar.