Experience one of Italy's most acclaimed sweet wines with Anselmi I Capitelli 2006 Bianco Dolce Veneto, a rare late-harvest Garganega crafted from air-dried grapes grown on the volcanic hills of Monteforte d'Alpone. Revered for its purity, intensity, and mineral elegance, I Capitelli delivers layers of apricot, honey, candied citrus, white flowers and almond over a luxurious, silky texture. The 2006 vintage is now beautifully matured, offering exceptional depth and balance. Highly collectible and consistently awarded among Italy's greatest dessert wines, Anselmi I Capitelli 2006 is a standout bottle for lovers of refined, age worthy passito-style whites.
Wine Overview
Producer: Roberto Anselmi
Region: Veneto, Italy (Monteforte d'Alpone, Soave area)
Wine: I Capitelli
Vintage: 2006
Classification: Bianco Dolce Veneto (late-harvest sweet wine)
Grape Variety: Garganega (air-dried on racks; passito method)
Alcohol: Typically ~13-14%
Style: Lusciously sweet, concentrated dessert wine with volcanic minerality
Production: Very low; only the best grapes are selected for drying
Aging Potential: 20+ years 2006 is in a superb drinking window now
I Capitelli is widely considered one of Italy's greatest sweet wines, often compared to top Recioto di Soave but with more finesse and precision.
Tasting Profile (Typical for I Capitelli 2006)
A beautifully matured, opulent Venetian passito:
Apricot jam, dried peach, mandarin peel
Honey, acacia, caramelised citrus
White flowers, saffron and almond notes
Mineral backbone from volcanic soils
Rich and velvety yet lifted by excellent acidity
Long, elegant, sweet finish with remarkable freshness
The 2006 vintage shows both lushness and tension, hallmarks of great I Capitelli years.
Why Collectors & Sommeliers Want It
One of Italy's top dessert wines
Low production and high craftsmanship
Aged passito from Garganega rare and unique
Outstanding value compared to Sauternes, Trockenbeerenauslese, and Passito di Pantelleria
Ageability: 2006 is now in peak form
Ideal for pairing with foie gras, blue cheeses, petisserie, or meditation sipping