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Brolo ai Tufi

2013 Valpolicella Red Blend

Brolo ai Tufi is an exquisite red blend from the renowned Valpolicella region, showcasing the exceptional character that this Italian area is known for. This 2013 vintage delights with its full-bodied profile, offering a harmonious balance between richness and elegance. The acidity presents a bright liveliness that refreshes the palate, while the fruit intensity is pronounced, revealing vibrant notes of dark cherry and ripe plum intertwined with subtle herbal nuances. Tannins are firm and structured, lending well to the wine's age-worthy potential. On the dryness spectrum, Brolo ai Tufi reveals its well-crafted nature, providing a delightful experience that pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes, from rich pastas to grilled meats. Enjoying this wine is not just a tasting but a journey through the captivating terroir of Valpolicella.

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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