2008 Valpolicella Classico

Producer

Cantina di Negrar

History | Winemaking

Tha Cantina di Negars always played an important role in the history of the Valpolicella (the first bottle of Amarone ever bottled was produced here in 1934), and the tradition continues through the impressive range of classic wines
they produce.

The Cantina di Negrar selction offers wines of outstanding quality at very reasonable prices, with a fresh Soave and vibrant Valpolicella. The Amarone “Vigneti di Negrar”, aged in 50hl Slavonian oak casks, shows aromas of macerated cherries, spices and a palate that combines sweetness and a tannic-acidic grip: a traditional-style Amarone and indeed excellent value for money.

Bottle: 750 ml

Style: dry red wine

Grape varieties: Corvina 65%,Corvinone 10% Rondinella 20%, Molinara 5%

Location: Located in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico zone on dry-walled terraces in the Negrar hills, at an altitude of between 100 and 350 metres.Varied soils; including Eocene marls.

Vineyard: Double pergoletta pruned to 18 buds per vine.
Average age of vines: 15 to 25 years.
Planting density: 3,300 vines per hectare.
Permanent grass sward between vines.


Yield per hectare: 75 hectolitres

Harvest: By hand, around beginning to mid October.

Vinification: 100% destemmed then pneumatic pressing. Fermentation at 25° to 28°C. Maceration for 12 days with automated treading 3 times a day for 20 minutes. Complete malo-lactic fermentation.Matured in stainless steel vats.

Analysis: Actual alcohol12,40 %; Residual reducing sugars 5,00 g/l; Total acidity 5.70 g/l; Total dry extract26 g/l; pH3.50

Cellaring: It can be cellared for 2-4 years, ideally at a constant 14-15°C, laid down and in the dark.

Colour: ruby red with hints of violet.

Bouquet: aromas of ripe red berries, vinous and spicy.

Flavour: medium-bodied, velvet-smooth and balanced.

How to serve: Serve at a temperature of 18°-19°C in large glasses.

Food matching: A fine companion for all types of pasta, meat and tasty cheeses.


Bottle: 750ml
Case - 12 Bottles

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