Breganze Wine Region

If you're looking for a way to benefit from recent wines, Breganze is the perfect place to be. Breganze is an ancient wine-making center in the Veneto province of Italy. It is locally known as Tai, Tocai is its old name. In Europe it was prohibited as a way of protecting the Tokaj wines from Hungary. Breganze wine region is known for its grace and finesse because of the winemakers that cultivate their grapes due to tremendous attention to detail in their methods. There are some unique aspects to wine made in this region. These include the diversity of grape varieties and the quality of their wines. These elements provide a style of wine found nowhere else in Italy, or the world for that matter.

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Where is the Breganze Wine Region

Breganze is in the province of Vicenza, Veneto, Italy. It is northeast of Via Roma.

History of Breganze Wine

The grapevine first came to be in the Breganze area in prehistoric times,. After that it continued to be popular with Romans in Roman domination. The first written record of this vine came from the Republic of Venice. When the Second World War ended in 1945, some grape farmers started to plant new sapling cuttings of Vespaiolo grape variety. Only the very best of vinification techniques are allowed in this area, in order to give the wines their distinctive traits. The appellation area has proven to be particularly suited to the cultivation of international red grape varieties, particularly Merlot and Cabernet, which have been grown there since the seventeenth century. Besides Pinot Noir, which stand among the best in Italy for organoleptic characteristics.

Terrior of Breganze

In Breganze DOC Region is located in the north-western part of Liguria. The production area of this region connects to the Astico and Brenta rivers that border its basin on the northern margin. While most vineyards are in the foothills of the alps, a large number of them are in the gravel soils of the plain. The climate of the region is favorable for viticulture, with relatively mild summers and cold winters with even rainfall throughout the year.

Breganze Wine Characteristics 

The emblem of the Breganze appellation is the Vespaiolo grape. It is vinified in three different versions, still, sparkling and passito. In the latter case, Torcolato (still) is used because it takes its name from the sweetness of its juices. The fruit was given its name by locals to be descriptive.

Vespaiolo is a wine that has interesting aging tendencies. When young, it's straw yellow and has greenish echoes. As time goes on, the scent becomes more pleasant and the flavor becomes richer with hints of citrus. The wine provides an enviable freshness with its taste. One of the main reasons for this is that it contains natural acidity.

The Torcolato is obtained from dried bunches of Vespaiola grapes; it presents itself with a deep golden yellow color, with fragrances that recall honey and raisins. Its sweet-non-sweet, harmonious, velvety, full and round taste recalls ripe fruit, honey and sultanas. The wine goes well with a sweet dessert, such as blue cheese, and it can also be enjoyed on its own for the best experience.

White wines from the Breganze DOC are typically fruity, floral and mineral with a fresh and delicate taste.

Food to pair with Breganze Wine

1. Spaghetti al nero di seppie

Spaghetti in a garlicky, squid ink sauce is a unique dish with its roots back at Italy where it has been associated with Malgrate and the Veneto region. The sauce is made with the addition of many flavorful ingredients such as garlic, olive oil, and white wine. The flavors are packed by the use of cuttlefish ink to add a deeper dimension and sometimes tomatoes for extra flavor.

Pasta is tossed in the sauce until it is completely coated and the dish tastes great and could be served as a warm appetizer that you can enjoy. Spaghetti al nero di seppie is very delicious, and complements Breganze wine to perfection.

2. Risi e bisi

Risi e Bisi is a popular Italian springtime dish made from cheese, butter, and pasta. It is traditionally prepared on April 25 in Venice and the surrounding areas, celebrating the feast of its patron saint. Risotto should have a consistency that is thicker and more dense, which is why it is often served as a course of its own. It pairs well with Breganze wine.

3. Saor

Traditional Italian flavor saor is becoming more popular with chefs as more people start to learn about it and its care techniques. It has many health benefits, too. Saor (pronounced "saw-row") consists of onions cooked in olive oil, white wine vinegar, and sometimes pine nuts.

When saor is prepared, it is typically accompanied by grilled polenta. Sardines are also traditionally served as an appetizer. It is best to consume in saor dishes after they've rested for at least 24 hours. Saor pairs friendly with Breganze wine.

Places to visit near Breganze

1. Castello Porto Colleoni

The Porto Colleoni Castle existed in the fifteenth century near the town of Vicenza, built by one of its Lords, Francesco Porto. The castle was owned by the Porto family until 1816, when they became the Colleoni family and they continued to own it until 1918. Finally in 1918, it was transformed into a home by the Thiene family who still owns it today.

2. Museo dei Costumi della "Partita a Scacchi"

The Museum of Costumes of "The Chess Game" is located inside the rooms of the Lower Castle (Marostica). In the Upper Market Square in town, chess is an important medieval tradition that's kept alive every two years. There are also special costumes used during this event that remain on display in Town Hall.

3. Ponte Vecchio

The Bassanese highlight their most famous and representative monument, which is the Ponte degli Alpini. The bridge is made of wood, and it is across a river in the city of Vicenza. On this (bridge) you will find their museum of culture.

4. Porta Dieda

The Berri Castle was a fortress that protected the city from enemies and controlled trade. It is where the Dieda Gate opened in 1541, which connected several parts of the city, including residential areas. It has now been converted into a military museum and no longer serves its original purpose. At the bottom, you will find a fresco by Jacopo Dal Ponte, which includes the image of Rufo on a soaring horse.

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