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Classico

2010 Valpolicella Red Blend

Bertani Classico is a captivating red blend from the esteemed Valpolicella region, showcasing the rich heritage of Italian winemaking. With its deep ruby hue, this vintage offers a beautifully aromatic profile that entices the senses. The wine presents a medium body, striking a harmonious balance between elegance and structure. Acidity is lively, providing a refreshing lift that enhances the overall experience. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing delightful notes of dark cherries, plums, and hints of dried herbs. Tannins are well-integrated, offering a soft yet supportive framework that invites further exploration. This wine is crafted in a dry style, making it incredibly versatile for food pairing, and its delightful character is sure to impress both new and seasoned wine enthusiasts alike.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Plum

Plum

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


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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