{"id":8292,"date":"2024-06-18T10:49:07","date_gmt":"2024-06-18T10:49:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visitlagodigarda.it\/wines-of-lake-garda\/"},"modified":"2026-08-25T10:33:10","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T10:33:10","slug":"wines-of-lake-garda","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visitlagodigarda.it\/en\/wines-of-lake-garda\/","title":{"rendered":"Wines of Lake Garda"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The wine production sector is one of the highlights of the wonderful Lake Garda region. This is not surprising, considering that both the province of Verona and the province of Brescia are internationally renowned for their outstanding winemaking tradition. So, if you are a wine enthusiast or simply curious to discover the flavors of this enchanting land, we highly recommend you enjoy a relaxing tasting at one of the many prestigious wineries in Garda Lake<\/a>, scattered among the idyllic morainic hills overlooking the lake, and savor these nectars along with the typical dishes of Lake Garda.<\/a><\/p>\n

Here are the main wines of Lake Garda<\/strong> that you must try during your next visit to the lake.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Bardolino<\/h2>\n

Let’s start with what is probably the most famous and renowned wine of Lake Garda, Bardolino, a red wine produced in the area surrounding the town of the same name on the Veronese coast. There are mainly three types bottled: Bardolino DOC, Bardolino Novello, and Bardolino Chiaretto.<\/p>\n

Bardolino DOC<\/strong>, along with its variants “Bardolino Classico DOC” and “Bardolino Superiore DOCG,” is made through a special blend of grapes: Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, and Molinara. The result, with its ruby red color and delicate fruity notes, is a highly drinkable and extremely versatile wine, perfect for pairing with dishes based on fresh pasta, lake fish, or risottos.<\/p>\n

The uniqueness of Bardolino Novello<\/strong>, produced exclusively through carbonic maceration, is that it must be bottled by the end of the calendar year in which the grapes were harvested. As such, it is a wine that should be consumed within a few months of being released. Bardolino Novello is the first Italian novello wine to obtain DOC certification, and tradition dictates that it should be enjoyed with chestnuts on St. Martin’s Day.<\/p>\n

Then there is the famous Bardolino Chiaretto<\/strong>, a ros\u00e9 wine whose light color is due to the must being left in contact with the grape skins for a precise amount of time. It is a fresh, light wine with citrus notes, perfect for a relaxing summer aperitif on Lake Garda.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Bianco di Custoza<\/h2>\n

Custoza is a DOC white wine produced in the charming morainic hills of Verona, located southeast of Lake Garda, specifically in the area encompassing the municipalities of Valeggio sul Mincio, Sona, Pastrengo, and Peschiera del Garda.<\/a><\/p>\n

Made from vineyard varieties such as Garganega, Trebbianello, and Cortese, Bianco di Custoza should be served very cold and is particularly suited for the summer season. Its flavor is balanced, slightly bitter, and has pleasant fruity and floral notes: it is ideally paired with fish, whether it be appetizers, first courses, or main dishes.<\/p>\n

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Lugana<\/h2>\n

This DOC white wine originates from the Lugana area south of Lake Garda, straddling the border between the provinces of Brescia and Verona. The vineyard that produces Lugana, called Turbiana or Trebbiano di Lugana, has ancient origins with traces found dating back to the Bronze Age. As for the wine itself, its name even appears in a work by the famous poet Catullus.<\/p>\n

Different types of Lugana wine are also produced, including Superiore, Riserva, Vendemmia Tardiva, and Spumante, each with its own unique characteristics.<\/p>\n

The classic Lugana DOC presents a straw yellow color with greenish and golden reflections; on the palate, it is fresh, smooth, and thirst-quenching, with light floral notes. The delicacy and versatility of Lugana make it suitable for any type of meal, although it is particularly well-suited for lake fish-based menus.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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