In a magical landscape, steeped in history, with medieval towers and castles rising among the terraced, green hills, you will find our vineyard

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2 In a magical landscape, steeped in history, with medieval towers and castles rising among the terraced, green hills, you will find our vineyard Valdellövo, or literally, valley of the wolf.

The beautiful hills surrounding the 12th century city of Conegliano, pearl of Veneto, are the strategic passage between the majestic Dolomites and the plains, where the sacred river Piave flows down

3 The beautiful hills surrounding the 12th century city of Conegliano, pearl of Veneto, are the strategic passage between the majestic Dolomites and the plains, where the sacred river Piave flows down to the Adriatic sea. Still today, there is a proud and profound peasant culture, perceptible in the hard-working people who have a strong bond with their unique land, a main ingredient of Prosecco Conegliano- Valdobbiadene and its vineyards. As you leave Conegliano, climbing the flourishing hills of Collalto di Susegana, there is an immediate sense of the powerful, prehistoric natural events that created these steep, rolling hills, that rhythmically rise and fall with woodlands and vineyards. For many around the world, prosecco is quite new, yet in these hills, this simple white wine has been made for centuries. In 2000, near Collalto, in the town of Pedrè-Doline, a protected area of land, husband and wife team, Benedetto and Clotilde Ricci, began creating Valdellövo. Benedetto was born and raised in these hills, and has inherited a passion for vine and wine, passed on through generations. His grandfather Bepi, a pharmacist and leader in the community, created the famous Strada del Vino Bianco, the road which even today, takes thousands of wine enthusiasts each season from Valdobbiadene to Conegliano, the prosecco heartland and protected denomination (docg). His father, Romano Ricci, studied at the prestigious School of Oenology in Conegliano, founded in the 19th century and the oldest in Europe, and went on to practice viticulture. Now, Benedetto is following in their footsteps, and is quickly making his mark in the world of prosecco. In their small vineyard, which still has 2 hectares of its original 60 year old vines, Valdellövo offers wines produced only from its own grapes. In recent years, eight additional hectares of vineyards have been planted, for a total of ten hectares. Vineyards conceived to confer to each grape, and thus to the wine, the unique qualities of this microclimate and soil. Thanks to the passion, but above all to the professional skills of Benedetto, Valdellövo creates prosecco wines of great quality that achieve consistently excellent results. The organoleptic quality of the grapes, especially Glera, Bianchetta and Verdiso, is outstanding. Prosecco is the expression of the tradition, history and culture of the region and its inhabitants. Devoting our time to the creation of another wine is an opportunity to grow and enrich ourselves, and at the same time to give back to a land and community that has been generous with us. The wine, for us, is the result of a delicate and honest dialogue between man and his land, and as we learn, we ve also started experimenting with other varietals that can be different interpreters of our territory, along with the glera grape, the protagonist of Prosecco DOCG and DOC. To compare Prosecco to other sparkling wines, is like pretending to be someone else: it doesn t allow the authenticity, and therefore, the real beauty of the wine to shine through. Prosecco is a wine that s the perfect light hearted companion for any occasion, with a vibrant freshness that s easy and simple, yet understated and elegant a true reflection of its terroir and its passionate winemakers.

4 Consorzio Tutela del Vino Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco

Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Frizzante DOCG In-bottle Secondary Fermentation This wine has a unique taste and is unfiltered, conserved with its own lees deposited in the bottle.

5 Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Frizzante DOCG In-bottle Secondary Fermentation This wine has a unique taste and is unfiltered, conserved with its own lees deposited in the bottle. To ensure proper settling, we suggest to store the bottle in a vertical position and refrigerate for a few hours before serving. An ancient tradition, imprinted in sixty year old vines, has inspired this slightly sparkling Prosecco, produced with the secondary fermentation in the bottle (sur lie). In the heart of the family vineyards, Benedetto has found an authentic expression of Glera and its land, and with several innovative elements has created a wine that surprises the palate with its delicate aromas, soft flavour and complexity. Production Sheet Classification: frizzante, ancestral method Varietals: 90% Glera, 10% Bianchetta and Verdiso Vineyard: the hills of Collalto, Susegana Grape Harvest Period: last ten days of September Technology applied: light pressing with the Pneumatic press and primary fermentation at a controlled temperature. The must is conserved on fine lees in stainless steel tanks for six months. The secondary fermentation takes place by means of adding the must from Glera raisins. Alcohol content: 11% vol. Total Acidity: 5,8 g/l ph: 3,30 Residual Sugar: none Sensory Profile Appearance: straw yellow, with a fine and creamy perlage. Aroma: the characteristic hint of bread crust unites with fresh and fruity notes, typical of Prosecco at the end of fermentation. Palate: initial soft fruity flavours combine with a hint of yeast, leaving room for a dry and pleasantly bitter taste. In sum, the flavour is generous and well balanced. Serving Suggestions Serving Temperature: 4-6 C (39-43 F) Food Pairings: the abundance of typical fruity notes of Prosecco and aroma of bread crust offer the perfect wine for every informal occasion. At the table, it is best as an aperitif or served with appetizers, to then continue and appreciate vegetable risotto or seafood. To decant: pour the wine slowly into a pitcher, without disturbing the lees at the bottom of the bottle to maintain a clear wine before serving it in the glass. The best time to enjoy is from July to December, the year after the harvest, but it can be consumed with satisfaction also after a few years. Special format 1.5 liter magnum

6 Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut From the finest grapes, chosen from a vineyard of a high calling, comes a superior brut that expresses the best characters particular of Valdellövo Prosecco. Slow fermentation gives a balanced structure, with nice acidity, minerality and a full bouquet, typical of Conegliano Valdobbiadene terroir. Production Sheet Classification: spumante brut Varietal: 100% Glera Vineyard: Crode at 200 meters above sea level Grape Harvest Period: the last ten days of September Technology applied: soft pressure with the pneumatic press and static settling of the must. Secondary fermentation occurs directly in a pressurized tank, at a controlled temperature of C. Alcohol content: 11,5% vol. Total acidity: 6,5 g/l ph: 3,20 Residual sugar: 7 g/l Sensory Profile Appearance: straw yellow with lime green hues. Fine and persistent bubbles. Aroma: fine and delicate aromas, with enveloping floral notes of wisteria and acacia, accompanied by hints of green apple and peach. Palate: soft and aromatic, with fresh acidity. Serving Suggestions Serving Temperature: 4-6 C (39-43 F) Food Pairings: fruity aromas of crispy apple and pear with scents of acacia compliment any appetizer, especially one with fish or vegetables. Its soft and persistent flavour, with pleasant and slightly acidic freshness, enhances any first course dish, but could also be savoured with any other kind of dish with great satisfaction.

7 Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Dry To remember the beginnings of an adventure and the story of a passion, Anno Zero unites the best of our grapes with the most modern technologies of vinification, to find that elegance, that softness and the fresh nuance of aromas that capture the essence of our prosperous and sunny hills. Production Sheet Classification: spumante extra dry Varietals: 90% Glera, 10% Bianchetta and Verdiso Vineyards: Crode and Pecol, from 200 to 300 meters above sea level Harvest Time: the last ten days of September Technology applied: primary fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks for 10 days. The secondary fermentation occurs in stainless steel pressure tanks at a temperature of about C. The duration of the entire cycle is about 50 days. Alcohol Content: 11,5% vol. Total acidity: 6 g/l ph: 3,20 Residual sugar: 14 g/l Sensory Profile Appearance: straw yellow with greenish hues. Fine and persistent bubbles. Aroma: elegant, delicate and embracing, with notes of white flowers, green apple and pear. Palate: fresh and alive, with a good balance of acidity and sugar, accompanied by a fruity and savoury persistent finish. Serving Suggestions Serving Temperature: 4-6 (39-43 F) Food Pairings: the extraordinary softness makes any appetizer really special, and further accompanies a menu of delicate appetizers, vegetable soup, seafood, pasta with light sauce, fresh cheese and white meat. Special format 1.5 liter magnum

8 Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry This is versatile and elegant Prosecco, perfect for any occasion, that one can also drink every day. The brilliant bouquet of fresh fruit and white flowers accompany its flavour, dry and delicate. Production Sheet Classification: spumante extra dry Varietals: 90% Glera, 10% Bianchetta and Verdiso Vineyards: Crode, at 200 meters above sea level Harvest Time: last ten days of September Technology applied: primary fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks for 10 days. The secondary fermentation occurs in stainless steel pressurized tanks at controlled temperatures and the whole cycle period is equivalent to forty days. Alcohol Content: 11,5% vol. Total acidity: 6 g/l ph: 3,20 Residual sugar: 14 g/l Sensory Profile Appearance: straw yellow with lime green reflections and a lively perlage. Aroma: floral notes of wisteria and acacia, accompanied by scents of green apple and peach, create a fresh and harmonious bouquet. Palate: soft and pleasant, it presents a good balance of sugars and acidity. Serving Suggestions Serving Temperature: 4-6 (39-43 F) Food Pairings: for lovers of dry softness with floral aromas this is the Prosecco to chose to make any occasion special, for an excellent aperitif and to have with a light pasta to satisfy the palate.

9 Rosso Veneto IGT In the Prosecco territory, tradition dictates that every farmer plants a vine plant for their house red wine. This intense wine, created with the typical Bordeaux style grapes, is a demonstration evolved from a cultural heritage, with a soft and elegant tone, enriched with aromas of spices and red fruit. Production Sheet Classification: Venetian red Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot Grape Harvest Period: end of September Technology applied: maceration at controlled temperature for a period of 12 days with daily milling. The maturation occurs in French oak barrels for a period of 12 months and subsequent aging in the bottle continues for a period of no less than 12 months. Alcohol Content: 13,5% vol. Total Acidity: 5,5 g/l Residual Sugar: 3 g/l Sensory Profile Appearance: intense ruby red Aroma: intense and elegant, hints of berries combine with spicy notes reminiscent of liquorice and vanilla Palate: of great smoothness and complexity, reinforced by olfactory notes. Serving Suggestions Serving Temperature: 18 C (64 F) Food Pairing: this wine is elegant to accompany a great variety of goods, from pastas with meat sauces and aged cheeses, it is soft and enhances grilled or roasted meat. A wine to interpret with the character of flavourful gastronomy.

ph. Arcangelo Piai UK 140212 Società Agricola Valdellövo s.s. di Ricci B. & C.

Gramsci, 4/C 31058 Susegana (TV) Italia Tel +39 0438 981232 Fax +39 0438 738619 Mobile +39 335 5710188 / +39

11 ph. Arcangelo Piai UK Società Agricola Valdellövo s.s. di Ricci B. & C. Sede legale e vigneti: Via Cucco, Collalto di Susegana (TV) Italia Sede operativa e cantina: Via A. Gramsci, 4/C Susegana (TV) Italia Tel Fax Mobile / info@valdellovo.it N E m s.l.m.

I HAVE MY OWN IDEA OF WHAT A PROSECCO SHOULD TELL.

I HAVE MY OWN IDEA OF WHAT A PROSECCO SHOULD TELL. Whoever drinks one of my bottles should find in it the stories of the past, the scent that made me fall in love with it and that peculiar personality