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Campo Santa Lena

2011 Valpolicella Red Blend

The Az. Agr. Villa Monteleone Campo Santa Lena is an exquisite red blend from the renowned Valpolicella region, celebrated for its harmonious balance of character and depth. This 2011 vintage showcases a rich, ruby red hue that entices the eye. On the palate, it exudes a full-bodied richness complemented by vibrant acidity, creating a mouthwatering experience. The fruit intensity is notably prominent, offering luscious notes of dark cherry and plum, while firm tannins lend structure and finesse. This wine is beautifully dry, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes, from hearty pastas to savory roasted meats. Overall, it encapsulates the essence of the Valpolicella terroir with grace and elegance.

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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