• Gini - Tenuta Scajari

Gini - Tenuta Scajari

... "The continuous tension towards research, the will to reveal the secrets and the most hidden nuances of this earth: this is the essence that drives us every day. Our family has deep roots in viticulture in the Soave Classico area. In 1987 a new and great advent ure began for Sandro and Claudio. After a research trip in Burgundy, wandering around the hills of Val Tramigna on a motorcycle, they accidentally discovered a special hill in the Campiano area (Valpolicella Doc) where we found a clay limestone soil compar able to the fine French Crus. We began an important work of environmental recovery and general improvement of these lands, with the highest respect for the natural characteristics of the place. The idea of high altitude vineyards, with excellent sun expo sure and a constant breeze, represented for us an invitation to undertake cutting edge cultivation methods. We were among the first to bring to Italy a vineyard with a high plant density (12,000 vines ha) and low production per vine. The first experiences with Pinot Nero "Campo alle More", Chardonnay "Sorai" and Sauvignon "Maciete Fumè" were very encouraging and the wines obtained showed great quality and a surprising evolution potential over time. In 2000, the Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, and Oseleta plants began to produce Valpolicella and Amarone. In 2018 the new labels related to these vineyards were launched. This new production site is called "Tenuta Scajari". The name originates from the scales (scaje in our dialect) of white calcareous rock that characterize the soil. It is in one of these scales that the oldest existing fossil grape was found, a thing that will become the symbol of our estate" ...

... "Tenuta Scajari lies on the eastern Valpolicella hills, between Campiano and Monte Mirabello (in the municipality of Cazzano di Tramigna Verona), at an altitude varying from 400 to 600 meters. A wonderful location with a breathtaking view of the Illasi and Cellore Castle, as well as the mountains of Monte Baldo and Carega. The surrounding environment of the vineyards is rich in woods, cherry trees, olive trees and wonderful paths in the midst of a natural oasis of peace and tranquillity. The tranquillity of the place and the right time of refinement will be precious allies so that our wines can tell you their story in the flow of the seasons and over the years.
The soil is mainly composed of clay, with volcanic rock outcrops. This combination proves to be a highly effective one, because the clay gives structure, strength and character, while the volcanic spots give finesse, elegance and mineral complexity. The vineyards grown slowly in these stony soils have found a perfect balance, benefiting from many positive elements: an excellent sun exposure, a favorable microclimate with good temperature changes, and a light and constant natural ventilation, which favors and facilitates the he alth of the grapes. This guarantees the best possible maturation of the grapes, a process that takes place in the month of September in a quiet and still environment" ...