By Francesco Follador SPARKLING WINE | BUBBLY BABES What happens when a seriously stubborn family make Prosecco? They make it seriously good, that’s what. WHAT WE TASTE White peaches at the seaside PERFECT PAIRING Cheesy quiche, grilled asparagus, egg tarts TEMP CHECK Cold as ice ABOUT FRANCESCO FOLLADOR Humble, hardworking and patient – hallmarks of the donkey, and according to Francesco Follador, the winegrower as well. Stubbornness is another. Francesco holds tradition and heritage extremely close to his heart, refusing to take the easy road on anything – from the location his of vineyards on hard-to-farm hills, to insisting on growing much less popular native grapes. All in the name of being true to what he strongly believes is the best the region can produce and preserving the deep heritage of Valdobbiadene. It’s because he shares so many of these qualities with the donkey, that he chose it as his logo. To quote his website, “Yes, we are donkeys and we are proud of it”. OUR FAVE THING ABOUT THIS WINE It’s just so darn easy to love – and drink! THE TECHNICAL STUFF Place: Valdobbiadene, Italy Grape: Glera, Perera, Verdiso Style: Dry, bubbly, delightful Ingredients: Grapes + minimal SO2
