AMARONE CLASSICO DELLA VALPOLICELLA 2017

15.5%

6 g/l

Vineyard location:  Valpolicella Classica zone (hilly band to the north of Verona)
Soil: red-brown soil on detrital, limestone-marly and basaltic sediments
Grape varieties: Corvina 60% Rondinella 30% Molinara 10%
Vine yield per hectare: 100 ql./ha
Grape harvest: hand selection of the best grape bunches coming from hilly vineyards. The grape is collected in small crates and left
to raisin in order to achieve a high concentration of
sugar, extracts, aromas and glycerine
Vinification techniques:  raisining of the grapes for 3-4 months followed by traditional skin fermentation and 3-4 weeks maceration
Ageing:  in 50 hl. oak barrels for 2-3 years,
depending on the vintage
Wine analysis:  Alcohol content 14.8% vol., Residual sugar 6 g/l, Dry extract 31 g/l, Total acidity 6.00 g/1, ph 3.40
 

Colour: deep ruby red
Bouquet: vibrant / and fruity, with hints of well-ripened fruit and spices
Palate: velvety and rounded Food and wine pairing / recommended with red meat, braised meat, game and fermented cheese; meditation wine
Serving suggestions:  wine to be best enjoyed after 3 years from bottling
Service temperature: 17°-19°C, uncorking the bottle at least half an hour before serving

12/750

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