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Le Bignele

2011 Valpolicella Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Molinara

The House Of Burgundy Inc Le Bignele is a captivating red wine from the esteemed Valpolicella region, showcasing a harmonious blend of Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, and Molinara varietals. This medium-bodied wine presents an intriguing complexity with its vibrant acidity and rich fruit intensity, offering delightful notes of dark cherry, plum, and hints of sweet spices. The tannins are notably structured, adding depth and a satisfying mouthfeel, while the wine's dry nature enhances its food-friendliness, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes. With its elegant profile and well-integrated flavors, this vintage from 2011 invites you to savor its charming character and the essence of its terroir.

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

Pairs well with:


Braised Lamb Shanks, Herbed Lamb Chops, Braised Pork

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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