Territory
Location: Valpantena
Denomination: Controlled Designation of Origin
Vineyard: Maso Maroni vineyard
Varieties: Corvina, Rondinella, Corvinone, Molinari and Oseleta varieties
Production area: Vineyards: in Valpantena on the hills of S. M. in Stelle
Vineyards: located in a hilly area with southern exposure. The soils are clayey and strongly calcareous. The plants are mainly Gujot with a density of 4000 plants per hectare while a small portion is cultivated with Pergola Veronese
Denomination: Controlled Designation of Origin
Vineyard: Maso Maroni vineyard
Varieties: Corvina, Rondinella, Corvinone, Molinari and Oseleta varieties
Production area: Vineyards: in Valpantena on the hills of S. M. in Stelle
Vineyards: located in a hilly area with southern exposure. The soils are clayey and strongly calcareous. The plants are mainly Gujot with a density of 4000 plants per hectare while a small portion is cultivated with Pergola Veronese
Vinification and refinement
Vinification: The pressed grapes fall by gravity into small 50 hectoliter stainless steel vats. Daily pumpovers and delestages are carried out throughout the entire fermentation period. Temperature controlled at 28°C.
Aging: Valpolicella Superiore ages in barrique for 14 months
Aging: Valpolicella Superiore ages in barrique for 14 months
Tasting Notes
Organoleptic characteristics: Ruby red color with garnet and purple hues. Fresh aroma of ripe cherry and blackberry, greater aromatic complexity is due to notes of sage and coffee. The flavor is dry and persistent, the acidity gives elegance and verticality to the wine.
Ideal pairings: with slices, stews and medium-long matured cheeses.
Alcohol: 14.5% Vol.
Serving temperature: 16-18°C
Ideal pairings: with slices, stews and medium-long matured cheeses.
Alcohol: 14.5% Vol.
Serving temperature: 16-18°C