Questo vino
Vineyard and terroir
The fruit comes from Tenuta Vignega in Pescantina, near Sant’Ambrogio di Valpolicella. The hillside vineyards lie at approximately 140 m above sea level. Their shallow calcareous soils contain abundant stones over a gravelly limestone substrate, promoting good drainage while retaining moisture for dry periods. The wine page gives the exposure as north/east to south and identifies Pergola Veronese and Guyot training; the estate profile describes the vineyards collectively as south-facing and Guyot-trained. The estate has followed certified organic farming since 1999.
Grapes
50% Corvina, 20% Corvinone, 15% Rondinella and 15% other red grapes.
Vinification
The grapes are harvested by hand into 5 kg crates and dried for approximately five months. In a traditional process, the must undergoes cold maceration with the pomace until alcoholic fermentation begins in early spring, when the must reaches 12–13°C. Fermentation continues for several months after racking, after which the wine is transferred to stainless steel.
Tasting profile
Compact ruby in colour. The intense bouquet opens with plum preserve, wild berries and dried violet, developing into dried-fruit, cocoa and tobacco notes. The palate is enveloping, with an elegant sweetness balanced by a pleasing savoury quality.
Serving and pairing
Serve at 14–16°C with dry pastries or blue cheeses, or enjoy it on its own.
