Valpolicella ClassicoClassico - D.O.C.

From ancient Roman times to the present, Valpolicella area has always been vocative to wine. The most "classic" version of the San Michele line is the Valpolicella Classico, a bright ruby red wine, with a fragrant, intense aroma and fruity notes of cherries and spices such as black pepper and cinnamon; soft and elegant on the palate. It is produced using Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes. Fermentation takes place after a soft pressing and maceration is carried out at a controlled temperature for 15-18 days. Subsequently, the wine ages in steel tanks for roughly 6-8 months before bottling. The term "classic" means that the wine is produced with carefully selected grapes coming from the most ancient, dedicated and traditional part of the Valpolicella area.

Details

APPELLATION

Valpolicella Classico DOC
GRAPE VARIETIES

Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara
PRODUCTION AREA

Valpolicella Classica
VINIFICATION PROCESS

Fermentation in steel at a controlled temperature.
AGEING

In steel
BOTTLING

6 months after harvesting.
ORGANOLEPTIC QUALITIES

Colour: ruby red, with purple reflections, clear. Aroma: fresh fruit, cherries, blackberries, raspberries, slightly spicy. Taste: good acidity typical of fresh wine, dry, well-balanced, with good persistence.
SERVING TEMPERATURE

16°C
SERVING SUGGESTION

With its appealing characteristics it can be matched throughout a meal. It can be appreciated as aperitif, with cold meats and soft cheeses. Excellent with first courses in general, pasta and risotto with meat, vegetables or fish and white meats.