DESCRIPTION OF 2018 VINTAGE
Overall, a pleasant vintage, with a 3-star rating. The early spring was marked by cool temperatures, but towards the end of April and May the weather warmed up, facilitating the phenolic ripening of the grapes. The summer was cool and rainy, but in the second half it became warmer and less rainy, contributing to a good quality vintage. This vintage resulted in structured wines with intense aromas and full fruity notes.
CORVINA
CORVINONE
RONDINELLA
OSELETA
PRODUCTION AREA
Monte Castello d’Illasi and Monte Tomelon vineyards in the Val d’Illasi, province of Verona. Altitude 250-460 m a.s.l., North-East and South aspect. Pergola Veronese and Guyot training system. Limestone soil with tufa and marl. Yield approx. 80 q/ha.
HARVEST
Finest bunches selected and harvested by hand during the month of October, at the peak of their phenolic ripeness. The grapes are placed on racks and left to dry, to boost the concentration of the sugars, aromas, extracts and glycerin.
VINIFICATION
The grapes are dried for 4-5 months, then fermented on the skins, with maceration lasting 3-4 weeks. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels and barriques for 18-24 months and subsequently in steel vats.
ALCOHOL CONTENT
15,5 % Vol.
COLOUR
Intense ruby-red with garnet reflections.
AROMA
Stylish, balanced notes of red fruits preserved in alcohol, with a hint of spices.
FLAVOUR
Full, intense mouthfeel, with coffee and cocoa notes.
PAIRINGS
Excellent with red meats, game and fermented cheeses.
SERVING TEMPERATURE
18°C – 20°C.
