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Monte Ca'bianco

Valpolicella Red Blend

Begali Monte Ca'bianco is a captivating red blend from the esteemed Valpolicella region, renowned for its rich winemaking tradition. This wine showcases a medium body that is both robust and approachable, making it a delightful companion for various culinary experiences. The acidity is bright and lively, providing a refreshing backbone that enhances its overall harmony. On the palate, the fruit intensity shines through with prominent notes of dark cherries and ripe plums, making it immensely inviting. The tannins are notable yet well-integrated, offering a firm structure without overpowering the wine's luscious fruit profile. It leans toward a dry style, allowing the complexity of flavors to unfold beautifully, making it a superb choice for both casual gatherings and elegant dinners.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Plum

Plum

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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