Italian Grapes

Durella (Italy)

Durella (Durello) grapes are used to make dry and sparkling wines.

Durella Flavors

Citrus, White and Exotic Fruit are typical Durello flavors.

Hint of Flowers and Volcanic Minerals.

Citrus

Apple

Pear

Exotic Fruit

Flowers

Herbs

Honey

Minerals

Durella Profile

Durello is known for its high acidity:

SUGAR:	Dry (3 g/l)

BODY:	Light

FRUIT:	Medium

ACIDITY:	High

ALCOHOL:	12.5 - 13.5% ABV

	Serving temperature: 8-10°C (46-50°F) 6-8°C (43-46°F) Sparkling

Durella Food Pairing

Durello pairs best with Vegetables, Fish, and Chicken.

Aperitif

Salads

Vegetables

Asparagus

Olive Oil

Fish

Sushi

Seafood

Chicken

Ham

Soft Cheese

Chips

Excellent Pairings

Spring Vegetables. Asparagus.
Light Salads. Chicken Salad. Ham Salad.
Prawns. Oysters.
Seafood. Squid. Crab.
Seafood Pasta and Risotto.
Fisk Cakes. Fish Paté.
Smoked Salmon. Trout. Sushi.

Cheeses

Soft Cheese. Goat Cheese. Feta. Robiola.

Italian Specialities

Risi e Bisi (Risotto with Green Peas).
Polenta.
Baccalá alla Vicentina (Dry Cod Stockfish Vicenza Style)

The Ideal Glass for Durella

A Riesling Glass has a tall and narrow bowl to emphasize the aromas of the wine.

The shape also helps balance the high acidity often found in Durella.

The glass is also perfect for any other bone dry wines with high acidity like Chablis, Chenin Blanc, Picpoul and Vinho Verde.

Durella Cheese Pairing

Durella is known for its light, crisp, and sometimes slightly fruity profile. It pairs well with a variety of cheeses.

Opt for cheeses with moderate saltiness and creaminess to balance the wine's acidity.

You can also add fresh fruits (grapes, apples, pears), nuts (almonds, walnuts), or a light drizzle of honey to enhance the pairing.

Feta

Mozzarella

Ricotta

Chèvre

Brie

Camembert

Fontina

Primo Sale

Serra Estrela

Taleggio

Robiola

Asiago

Fresh and Mild Cheeses

Mozzarella: Its delicate flavor pairs well with the wine's lightness.

Ricotta: Especially good if served with a drizzle of honey or fresh fruits.

Goat Cheese (Chèvre): The tanginess complements the subtle fruit notes in Durella.

Soft Cheeses

Brie: The creamy texture and mild flavor work beautifully with Durella.

Camembert: Similar to Brie but with slightly more earthiness.

Fontina: Its nutty, buttery qualities make a good match.

Semi-Hard Cheeses

Asiago: Lightly aged Asiago adds a complementary tang to the wine.

Manchego: A classic Spanish pairing, especially younger Manchego, which is less intense.

Gruyère: Mildly nutty and sweet, enhancing the wine's subtlety.

Blue Cheeses (for contrast)

Robiola: Its mild creaminess contrasts nicely without overpowering the wine.

If You Like Durella

You Will Also Like:

Arinto (Portugal)

Bourgogne Blanc (France)

Burgundy White (France)

Vinho Verde (Portugal)

About Durello

The grape Durello is very ancient. It is mentioned in manuscripts dated back to 1200 DC.

It is typical of the Monti Lessini DOC and the cultivated area is only 400 hectares.

The name comes from the adjective "duro" or "hard" and refers to the thickness of the skin.

Durello is a terroir-reflective grape: the volcanic soil reflects in the minerality of its wines.

50 million years ago, here, there was a tropical sea rich, in marine animals and corals. But volcano eruptions, lava flows and the continental drift has given life to the Alps and the Pre-Alps such as the Lessini Mountains.

Durello Styles

Soil (terroir), climate, old vines, and winemaking technices can be much reflected in the wine.

Durello is a DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) since 2011 and the area is Colli Lessini, near the cities of Vicenza and Verona.

Durello can be vinified still, Sparkling Metodo Martinotti and Sparkling Metodo Classico.

Wine Region Veneto

The most famous white wines from the region are Soave and the sparkling Prosecco.

The most famous red wines are Amarone and Valpolicella from the Valpolicella Wine Region.

Black Grapes	White Grapes
11% Corvina (Amarone) 11% Merlot 4% Cabernet Sauvignon 3% Cabernet Franc 3% Rondinella 3% Molinara 1% Refosco	27% Glera (Prosecco) 15% Garganega (Soave) 11% Pinot Grigio 4% Chardonnay 1% Durella