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Riserva

Valpolicella Red Blend

Cantina Carita Riserva is an exquisite red blend hailing from the esteemed Valpolicella region. This wine captivates with its deep ruby color, inviting you to explore its rich and complex character. The body is full, offering a robust mouthfeel that beautifully supports the wine's vibrant acidity, which is both lively and refreshing. Its fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing luscious notes of dark cherry and plum intertwined with hints of spice and earthiness. The tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone that enhances the wine's depth and aging potential. As a dry wine, it perfectly balances the fruitiness with its savory elements, making it an ideal companion for hearty dishes or an enjoyable sip on its own. With each glass, Cantina Carita Riserva delivers a delightful taste of the Valpolicella terroir, sure to impress both newcomers and seasoned wine enthusiasts alike.

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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