Valpolicella
Classico Doc
Denominazione di Origine Controllata
Altitude
150-450m A.S.L.
Terrain
Chalky, argillaceous
Vines
Corvina Veronese, Corvinone, Rondinella and other minor varieties*
Harvesting
Hand picked in September/ October
Vinification
Initiated in September/October using the traditional “in rosso” system
Refinement
In stainless steel vats and in bottle
Organoleptic properties
Vibrant and full ruby red colour. Medium consistency in glass with complex and very intense aromas, fruity with undertones of cherry and raspberry. Hot and soft tasting, elegant tannins, very persistent
Temperature
18°C
Serving
Excellent with pasta and meat sauces and roasted red meats and medium young cheeses.
Alcohol
12,5% – 13% vol. depending on the year.
*The varieties are those provided by the regulations and the % vary depending on the vineyards used in production