DESCRIPTION OF 2015 VINTAGE
The vintage is comparable to the prestigious 2000, rated above the maximum score of 5 stars E. Spring was warm but not dry, with scarce but regular rainfall. A warm summer arrived slightly early, while autumn offered ideal conditions for vine health and perfect grape ripening. Winter was mostly snowy, helping keep water reserves at an optimal level until the harvest. The resulting wines are marked by great intensity, high complexity, and a clear fruity profile.
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
This Riserva is produced only in the best vintages. Hand-picked, selecting the best bunches in October, upon reaching perfect phenolic ripeness. The grapes are laid out on trays and left to dry to concentrate sugars, aromas, extracts, and glycerin.
VINIFICATION
Drying of the grapes until reaching the desired sugar level and aromatic intensity (100–120 days), followed by cold maceration with fermentation on the skins for 3–4 weeks. Aging in large casks and barriques of french oak for 48 months, long bottle aging for 6 years before release.
ALCOHOL CONTENT
16,5 % Vol.
COLOUR
Intense ruby-red with garnet reflections.
AROMA
Polished, spiced notes of red fruit preserved in alcohol, and chocolate.
FLAVOUR
Intense, complex, lingering and perfectly balanced.
PAIRINGS
Excellent with red meats, slow-cooked stews and mature cheeses.
SERVING TEMPERATURE
18°C – 20°C.
