The protagonist is a vertical tasting of Valdobbiadene DOCG Extra Brut Gerardo.
There is an authentic and profound way to tell the story of Prosecco. A way that starts from the land, passes through generations and arrives straight to the glass. Le Colture – a historic company from Santo Stefano di Valdobbiadene – demonstrated this during the 2025 edition of Vinitaly , with an exclusive vertical tasting of Rive di Santo Stefano Gerardo Extra Brut , led by taster Gianpaolo Giacobbo .
Four vintages are the protagonists – 2017, 2019, 2021 and 2023 – selected to offer an in-depth reading of the evolutionary vocation of this sparkling wine with a decisive but always measured character.
“We decided to propose a vertical of Rive di Santo Stefano Gerardo Extra Brut to be able to authentically translate the expressiveness of this place located in the heart of the Valdobbiadene and Conegliano denomination – explained Gianpaolo Giacobbo -. The old vines sink their roots into a varied soil of sedimentary but also calcareous origin, and therefore endowed with a fine mineral expressiveness. The ingredient time becomes more useful than ever to highlight the talent of this area; in fact, it is not just a matter of resisting the passing years, but of shaping oneself with it, releasing new nuances that young age will never be able to demonstrate. Prosecco, however, must always maintain its momentum and its natural pleasantness. Soil, vine and the experience of the Ruggeri family represent an opportunity to seize to discover a world that, although very famous, hides unthinkable treasures.” Following, an asparagus risotto was served, cooked in full view by Chiara Barisan of Ristorante Salis , a refined address in the heart of the Valdobbiadene hills, known for its seasonal and sincere cuisine, capable of enhancing the territory. To accompany the tasting, a selection of rocks was displayed and presented to guests to visually tell the geological identity of the soil from which this sparkling wine of rare elegance is born. An additional tool to understand the profound bond between the wine and its origin, made of calcareous stratifications, marine sediments and a minerality that we find in every sip.
«We are convinced that Valdobbiadene still has a lot to tell, even on broader time horizons. – he commented Veronica Ruggeri – With this vertical we wanted to shine the spotlight on a cru that represents us deeply, to show how elegance and longevity can coexist even in the world of Prosecco.»
Founded in 1983 by Cesare Ruggeri, Le Colture is now led by his children Silvia, Alberto and Veronica, who carry forward a production philosophy based on the identity of the territory, on sustainability and on quality as a daily choice. The 45 hectares of vineyards extend between Santo Stefano, Cartizze, Valdobbiadene and the hills of Montello, in a mosaic of micro-areas that allow the interpretation of Glera in all its nuances, also through courageous projects like this one.
Once again, Le Colture has been able to offer not only a wine, but a story that crosses time, land and family. A story that continues to surprise those who know how to listen.