DESCRIPTION OF 2019 VINTAGE
Considered a particularly fine year, with a 5-star, premium-quality rating. Spring was cool and wet, while summer was hot and relatively dry. During the spring, water naturally accumulated in limestone soil, which absorbed it like a sponge. Because of the nature of the limestone, the vine was slightly stressed by the water, but without a negative impact on its health. An exceptional end to the season contributed to the production of wines with an intense colour, due to the abundance of phenolic substances accumulated. This resulted in a firmly structured wine with an impressively leisurely finish.
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.
