I Lastari

Valpolicella Red Blend

Aldegheri I Lastari is an enchanting red blend from the renowned Valpolicella region, celebrated for its picturesque landscapes and rich winemaking heritage. This captivating wine exhibits a vibrant red hue, inviting you to explore its depths. It presents an alluring balance of bright acidity and a full-bodied profile that enhances its complexity. The mouthwatering fruit intensity bursts with notes of dark cherry, plum, and subtle hints of herbs, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on the palate. Velvety tannins weave through the tasting experience, adding structure while maintaining a sense of elegance. This wine is dry yet harmonious, making it a delightful companion for rich pasta dishes or grilled meats, embodying the essence of Italian winemaking traditions.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Plum

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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