Merk: LE FRAGHE

Formaat : 0.75

Gradatie : gradazione 12%

Brol Grande Bardolino


GRAPES
Corvina and Rondinella

GROWING AREA
The Brol Grande vineyard in the commune of Affi, in the Veneto Region.

AGE OF VINEYARDS
15 years

EXPOSURE AND ALTITUDE
Southern exposure, at 190 meters above sea level

TRAINING SYSTEM
Guyot

YIELD
9 tons/ha

PLANTING DENSITY
5,000 vines per hectare

ALCOHOL
12%

SERVING TEMPERATURE
15° C (60° F)

RECOMMENDED GLASS
Riedel Overture Series: Red Wine 408/00

KEEPING POTENTIAL
2-3 years

TECHNICAL DATA
The two grapes, Corvina and Rondinella, are vinified separately. Maceration lasts on average 7-8 days, i.e. not beyond the end of the alcoholic fermentation. Délestage is carried out every morning and the wine is pumped over the cap every evening. Once devatted, the wine undergoes a complete malolactic fermentation, which usually takes place within the next month. The wine is then placed in 40 hectoliter wooden vats for about 8 months.

TASTING NOTE
The wine’s color is ruby red, but not excessively deep. On the nose there are clear hints of cherry and wild berries - particularly blueberries and redcurrants - that blend perfectly with the balsamic and floral notes which emerge later. The wine’s finesse is enhanced by the final notes of spicy black pepper. On the palate it displays remarkable elegance, resulting from soft tannins and good balancing acidity. On the finish you find the same fruity and spicy sensations as perceived on the nose. Good body and a very quaffable style.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS
Excellent with red meats or cheeses that are not too mature.