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Valpolicella Classico DOCG wine — Girardi winery — Dionysus

Valpolicella Classico DOCG

by Girardi · Veneto, Italy

AppellationValpolicellaDOC
TypeRed
GrapesCorvina, Rondinella, Molinara
Alcohol12.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDark
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
GirardiVeneto, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes are grown in vineyards in Valpolicella.

Vinification

After harvest, the grapes ferment in stainless-steel tanks for seven days.

Ageing

The wine matures for four months in stainless-steel tanks, followed by four months in 65 hl Slavonian oak barrels.

Tasting profile

The aroma is elegant and fruity, while the palate is balanced.

Serving and pairing

Pairs especially well with macaroni, pasta dishes, white meats and young cheeses.