Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva DOC

Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva DOC

Soil
Marly limestone

Grape Variety
80% Corvina - 10% Rondinella - 5% Oseleta -5% Raboso Veronese

Harvest
End September by hand picking after a careful selection

Vinification
Withering: until mid-January in naturally well ventilated rooms ensuring a slow and gradual decline
Maceration: daily stirring to ensure fluidity and maximize extraction
Alcoholic fermentation: in wooden barrels under controlled conditions for 20 days. Temperature: 10°/23° C

Ageing
Malolactic fermentation: for 60 days in wood
Maturation: in wooden barrels: for 72 months, in bottles: for 24 months

Colour
Garnet red but full of vivid brightness

Aroma
Scents of licorice and spices, hints of ripe red fruit blend with nuances of cocoa

Tasting Notes
Full-bodied wine, with a dry and velvety flavor

Pairings
The richness of nuances that can be grasped in the tasting, makes it superfluous to combine it with dishes. Absolute protagonist when served, it is a magnificent meditation wine or a worthy end to important meals.

Service Temperature
Recommended service: uncork it at least 5 hours in advance, serve at 18°-20° C

Alcoholic Grade
16.5%

Reducing Sugar
4.2 g/l

Dry Extract
40g/l

Total Acidity
5.8g/l