Torta di Rose con Zabaione al Volvo

Torta di Rose con Zabaione al Volvo is a signature dessert from Lido 84 in Gardone Riviera, Italy, created by chef Francesco Zini. The dish reimagines the classic Lombard *torta di rose*—a yeasted cake rolled into rose-like spirals—by pairing it with a zabaione infused with Volvo, a rare, aromatic white wine from the Lake Garda region. Zini’s version is distinguished by its ethereal, buttery crumb and the precise balance of the warm, frothy zabaione, which is whipped tableside to order. “The wine’s floral notes and the cake’s delicate sweetness must sing together,” Zini has explained, emphasizing that a great rendition hinges on the freshness of the zabaione and the lightness of the dough.

Regional variations of torta di rose exist across Lombardy, often filled with butter and sugar or, in some versions, dried fruit and nuts. However, the Lido 84 preparation is unique for its savory-sweet interplay and the theatrical presentation of the zabaione, which is poured over the warm cake at the table. The dish has become a cult favorite among diners, who praise its nostalgic yet refined character. As one regular noted, “It’s like a hug from Lake Garda—comforting, elegant, and utterly unforgettable.”