MONTRESOR AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA RISERVA 2012 (SATINATO)
Celebrating Montresor 130th anniversary. The limited edition of this Amarone Riserva, in its iconic satin-finished Montresor bottle, perfectly embodies this symbol.
PRODUCTION AREA : The oldest area of the Valpolicella hills.
WINE MAKING : The grapes, selected bunch by bunch, are harvested in the second half of September and left to dry until they reach the right balance between sugar and organoleptic concentration. After the “Appassimento” process, the grapes are pressed, and the fermentation starts with the maceration of the must over the pomaces for about 40 days. During this period, the pumping over is carried out twice a day. This technique allows obtaining more structured and balanced wines, thanks to the continuing stirring of the must over the pomaces. Then, the wine slowly ages in 55HL oak barrels for six years and refines in stainless steel tanks before bottling.
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Italy, Veneto
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APPELLATION:
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DOCG
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GRAPES:
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Corvina, Rondinella and Corvinone |
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APPEARANCE:
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An Intense garnet red. |
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AROMA:
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On the nose, it offers hints of ripe red fruits, spices, and black cherries. |
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PALATE:
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On the palate, it offers the pleasant and characteristic aroma of the drying process: tobacco, cocoa, and liquorice. This is a full-bodied wine, well balanced and velvety with a full and persistent finish. |
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FOOD PAIRING:
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Good companion to red meat, braised meat, game, and aged cheese. We recommend to uncork the bottle one hour in advance. |
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SERVE:
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16-18 °C
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