Massimago - Marchesa Mariabella Ripasso della Valpolicella Docg 2018

GRAPES: Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella;

Grapes are selected by hand and undergo a prolonged skin maceration in steel tanks. Vinification takes place in steel tanks. After several months, Amarone dried grapes are added to the wine. A second fermentation takes place and the alcohol content rises as does the structure and complexity of the wine. Ageing takes place in french oak barrels for 12 months.

Bright red ruby color with intense notes of fresh cherry, red cherry and red berries. Hints of balsamic, aromatic herbs (thyme, mint). Smooth palate flavours of red cherries, plum and cloves. Balanced savoury and sweet notes. Soft tannins.

PAIRING: White meat, poultry, roasted chicken, veal stew, aged cheeses. International cuisine suggestion: American BBQ. Spicy asian cuisine. Cured hams, roasted ham, and sausages (Frankfurter, bratwurst). Iranian stews.