The
Lison – Pramaggiore DOC in Italy's Venato wine region
was named after Borgo di Lison and Pramaggiore,
towns that are at the center
of local wine production. Winemaking activity
dates to Roman times in this area, and was further
developed when Venice
was a powerful republic with interests
in Europe, Africa and Asia. Even today, the largest
concentration of of wineries is around the "wine
towns" of Pramaggiore, Portogruaro, Annone Veneto
and St. Stino.
This
area is known as the "Classic
Zone," where the terroir is particularly rich
in calcium and calcareous
clay.
Additionally, these same fields reveal traces of substances derived from charcoal
close to the surface, confirming the well-known
fact that terroir rich in calcium produces quality
wines abundant with aromatic accents.
The
Lison – Pramaggiore DOC area weather is mild, because
of
its latitude, proximity to the Mediterranean
Sea, and the flat terrain, which
exposes the vineyards to the prevailing
winds.
The
Denominazione d'Origine Controllata (DOC, or Denomination
of Controlled Origins) is assigned to
14 vineyards cultivated in the area, which are
promoted and protected by the Consortium of the
Lison – Pramaggiore
DOC Wines, thus guaranteeing conformance with the
legal production standards.
Thanks to the joint commitment of the producers
and the Consortium, the quality and fame of the Lison
– Pramaggiore DOC wines is growing and gaining appreciation
in Italy and overseas alike.
"The
Pinot Grigio of Venice," Tenuta
S. Anna is a straightforward
Pinot Grigio, with great mineral and
citrus character.
It is clean and crisp on the palate,
with a good finish.
"Best
taste, best value!" - Wine Spectator.
Red
Wine
2005 MACCHIA ZINFANDEL
"Mischievous"
Lodi,
California
Picking
only small lots of the finest grapes possible from
the state's most
prestigious wine growing regions - California's "Best
Spots" - Macchia's approach to winemaking is to enhance
each vineyard's personality.
Macchia
is Italian for "the spot." Husband and wife team
Tim and Lani Holdener scour the Lodi Appellation for
the best Zinfandel grapes used in this wine.
"Despite the advances in winemaking
technology, the quality of the wine is ultimately determined
by the quality of the grapes," explains Tim Holdener.
"Always remember, it's all about the grape."
This deep-hued wine is a blend from
four "old vine" Zinfandel vineyards. The rich, ripe
berry flavors are highlighted with a subtle hint of
vanilla oak making it a very food-worthy wine that
can be enjoyed with everything from rich pasta sauces
to a juicy barbecue steak.
Wines
by Jennifer is also proud to announce our new "Cellar
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The
Lison – Pramaggiore DOC in Italy's Venato wine region
was named after Borgo di Lison and Pramaggiore,
towns that are at the center
of local wine production. Winemaking activity
dates to Roman times in this area, and was further
developed when Venice
was a powerful republic with interests
in Europe, Africa and Asia. Even today, the largest
concentration of of wineries is around the "wine
towns" of Pramaggiore, Portogruaro, Annone Veneto
and St. Stino. 
Picking
only small lots of the finest grapes possible from
the state's most
prestigious wine growing regions - California's "Best
Spots" - Macchia's approach to winemaking is to enhance
each vineyard's personality.