Torcolato Breganze DOC

Firmino Miotti

Torcolato Breganze DOC

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The Product in Brief:

✓ Sweet meditation wine

✓ 100% Vespaiola Breganze DOC

✓ Vintage: 2018

✓ Alcohol Content: 13.00%

✓ Limited production due to the typically artisanal care that this wine requires.

✓ At the end of a meal it enhances small pastries and dry desserts.

Vespaiola is a historic vine, loved by the Venetians and praised as early as 1610 by Andrea Scotto for its quality.
Its name comes from the attraction that the sweet juice of the grape exerts on wasps.
After difficult periods, between phylloxera and world wars, the recovery of viticulture culminated in 1969 with the recognition of the DOC Breganze, which protects this iconic wine of the territory.

This Torcolato by Firmino Miotti is produced exclusively with Vespaiola grapes, grown on the volcanic hills of Santa Lucia in Breganze.
It is obtained from a wise selection and extreme care of the bunches of Vespaiola grapes which, to dry, are twisted (intorcolà) around strings in a well-ventilated environment.
Only the best, sparsest bunches are harvested for drying.

It is after Christmas that the sweet Torcolato is finally consecrated as wine.

Production is limited both due to the low yield and the typically artisanal care that this wine requires.
Fermentation takes a very long time, it can last a few months until it stops spontaneously leaving the wine still sweet.
It will remain to rest in steel tanks for a few years before being bottled.
Golden in colour, with an intense aroma of cooked apple, honey, apricot, raisins, dates and dried fruit, it is broad, long and enveloping in the mouth.

The freshness provided by the Vespaiola grapes contrasts with the sweetness of the drying process and makes this wine elegant and not cloying.
Torcolato also falls into the narrow circle of meditation or conversation wines.

It is also excellent on its own, but goes well with blue or very tasty cheeses; at the end of a meal it enhances small pastries and dry desserts.
Torcolato stands the test of time and it is always a pleasant surprise to open bottles from a few decades ago, often kept as a memento of some happy family event.

Product Sheet:

Grape variety: 100% Vespaiola

Production area: Colle di Santa Lucia in Breganze, in the Vicenza foothills.

Land characteristics: Volcanic soil, upside-down guyot training system, yield 78 q/ha.

Tasting notes: Golden in colour, with an intense aroma of cooked apple, honey, apricot, raisins, dates and dried fruit, it is broad, long and enveloping in the mouth.
The freshness provided by the Vespaiola grapes contrasts with the sweetness of the drying process and makes this wine elegant and not cloying.
Torcolato also falls into the narrow circle of meditation or conversation wines.

Serving temperature: It should be served at a temperature of 10-12°C.

Alcohol Content: 13.00%

Aging: It rests for a minimum period of 4 years in steel tanks before being bottled.

Winemaking Notes: It is obtained from a wise selection and extreme care of the bunches of Vespaiola grapes which, to dry, are twisted (intorcolà) around strings in an airy environment.
Only the best, sparsest bunches are harvested for drying.
It is after Christmas that the sweet Torcolato is finally consecrated as wine.
Fermentation takes a very long time, it can last a few months until it stops spontaneously leaving the wine still sweet.

Yield per hectare: 78 q/ha.

Harvest period: first ten days of September, manual harvest in 5kg crates.

Pairings: Torcolato also falls into the narrow circle of meditation or conversation wines.
It is also excellent on its own, but goes well with blue or very tasty cheeses; at the end of a meal it enhances small pastries and dry desserts.
Torcolato stands the test of time and it is always a pleasant surprise to open bottles from a few decades ago, often kept as a memento of some happy family event.
Serving temperature: 10°-12°C

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In Breganze, a charming town of just over eight thousand inhabitants located in the province of Vicenza, stands the Cantina Firmino Miotti, an authentic jewel of local viticulture. Situated on a hill of volcanic origin, the farm represents a point of reference for those who want to immerse themselves in the Venetian winemaking tradition and discover the authentic flavors of a unique territory.

Cantina Firmino Miotti is a family-run business that has its roots in the mid-twentieth century. Firmino Miotti inherited the business at a very young age, when in the 1950s he took over from his father, who passed away prematurely. With great passion, Firmino dedicated himself to caring for the land and the vineyards, following the precious teachings of his grandfather.

Since then, his commitment has been to keep the family agricultural tradition alive, innovating while respecting history and producing top-quality wines that reflect the authenticity of the territory.

Default alt textAlongside Firmino, his wife Pina has always contributed with dedication to the management of the cellar, while his daughter Franca, sommelier and production manager, has brought a modern vision to the company.

After training in oenology at the University of Bordeaux and the School of Conegliano, Franca introduced innovative techniques such as the use of wood in the refinement of certain wines, combining technical expertise and passion.

Among the most iconic products of the Miotti Winery, a place of honor goes to Torcolato, a sweet wine made from dried grapes that represents the flagship of the production.

The Miotti family has always paid obsessive attention to the creation of this wine, rigorously respecting the traditional techniques passed down from generation to generation. The grape harvest is a crucial moment: each bunch is carefully selected to guarantee the quality necessary for drying. The drying process is followed by a long stay of the wine in steel tanks, for a minimum of four years, a rule considered sacred by the family before proceeding to bottling. This careful approach is what gives Torcolato Miotti its unique flavor and the public's appreciation.

The winery also stands out for its preservation of the native varieties typical of the Breganze area, many of which would have been forgotten without the commitment of the Miotti family. Among the historic vines cultivated, the most notable are Gruajo, a ruby red wine with garnet reflections documented as early as the eighteenth century; Pedevendo, a very rare white grape grown almost exclusively by the winery; Sampà, a white from Marzemina Bianca with origins dating back to 1679; and Groppello, known for its high tannicity and mentioned in historical documents since the fourteenth century.

The quality of the work carried out by the Miotti family has been recognized several times at a national level. In 2002, for example, the Valletta wine obtained the first gold at the Selezione dei Vini del Triveneto. It is an elegant and structured red, ideal to accompany red meats and mature cheeses.

In addition to wine production, the Miotti family is strongly committed to promoting the DOC Breganze and enhancing the territory. Franca, in particular, was Prior of the Magnifica Fraglia del Torcolato from 2015 to 2021, an association that celebrates one of the most emblematic sweet wines of the area. The winery regularly participates in important fairs and events, such as Vinitaly, where it proudly presents its wines, best representing the local wine heritage. The family is convinced that the key to success lies in the perfect fusion between tradition and innovation.

The history of Cantina Firmino Miotti is not only a tale of passion and dedication, but also an example of how safeguarding biodiversity can enrich the territory. The winery represents one of the last custodians of ancient knowledge and native varieties, which are today the symbol of an authentic viticulture that respects historical roots.

Tasting a Firmino Miotti wine means immersing yourself in a story of tradition and innovation. Each glass tells the story of the love for the land, the attention to detail and the commitment of the Miotti family to preserving the winemaking heritage of Breganze.

From the refined Torcolato to the red and white wines, each label is a tribute to the authentic flavours and excellence of Venetian viticulture.

Store in a cool, dry place

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