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Barrique

2013 Valpolicella Red Blend

The Barrique Barrique from the esteemed Valpolicella region is a captivating red blend that beautifully showcases the richness of its terroir. With a vibrant red hue that invites the eye, this wine offers an enticing aroma profile of dark cherries, plums, and subtle notes of baking spices. On the palate, it presents a full-bodied experience, where the luscious fruit flavors intertwine with a backdrop of gentle oak influence from its time in barrels, lending depth and complexity. The wine's acidity is bright and refreshing, balancing the ripe fruit and ensuring a mouthwatering finish. With a noticeable tannin structure, the Barrique Barrique has the finesse and elegance that make it incredibly versatile for food pairing, whether you're enjoying hearty pastas or a rich, grilled dish. This 2013 vintage stands as a testament to the exceptional winemaking practices in the Valpolicella region, leaving a lasting impression of quality and craftsmanship.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Valpolicella

The northern Italian area of Valpolicella is famed for its red wines. Located in Verona to the east of Lake Garda, the principal grapes here are Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara. Valpolicella is tangy and cherry-fresh, perfect with pizza and pasta. Classico and Superiore wines from hillside vineyards offer extra depth and spice notes. But for real complexity, look to Amarone della Valpolicella. Made from partially dried grapes (called "appassimento"), this full-bodied wine offers gorgeous fruit flavors and ages for at least two years in oak. There is also Valpolicella Ripasso, a wine made by putting Valpolicella through pressed Amarone grapes. The DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation for Italian wines was introduced in the 1960s. It is the main classification system used in the country and regulates what winemakers can and cannot do regarding wine style, varietal restrictions, minimum and maximum alcohol levels, aging techniques and growing regions.

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