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Capriano del Colle DOC

One hill rising out of the Po plain, Monte Netto, gives this DOC its clay and limestone soils. The reds are Marzemino-led blends with Merlot and Sangiovese: medium-bodied, with sour cherry, violet, black pepper and soft tannin. The whites, from Trebbiano di Soave, are light, lemony and slightly bitter. San Michele and Lazzari are the main estates; you'll essentially only find these wines in Brescia restaurants.

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Lazzari
Capriano del Colle Rosso Riserva Fausto
The DOC's benchmark riserva; Marzemino and Merlot with cherry, pepper and soft oak, Italy-only.
$20 to $30Wine-Searcher
Lazzari
Capriano del Colle Bianco
Trebbiano di Soave-based white, light and lemony with a bitter-almond finish.
$12 to $18Wine-Searcher
San Michele
Capriano del Colle Marzemino
Varietal Marzemino, juicy and floral with violet and sour cherry, drink young.
$15 to $22Wine-Searcher