Wine Nardello, Valpolicella Superiore DOC, 2016

Introduction

The only red wine of the Nardello company is Valpolicella Superiore DOC . Made in the classic way from a harmonious combination of 80% Corvina grapes and 20% Corvinone grapes.

The uniqueness of the wine lies not only in the high quality of the grapes and traditional winemaking methods, but also in the special microclimate of the Valpolicella region, which contributes to the creation of wines with a strong character. The harvest is in early October. 30% of the berries are dried in wooden boxes until the end of November / beginning of December. Fresh and dried grapes are processed separately. Part of the freshly picked grapes undergo cold maceration for 4 days to enhance the notes of fresh red fruits (blackberries, raspberries, strawberries). Then the must is heated to initiate alcoholic fermentation. This process takes about 10 days at a temperature of 20 C in stainless steel tanks. After removing the coarse sediment, the wine is poured into 5 hl tanks for malolactic fermentation. After eight months, the wine is poured into oak barrels, where it is aged for 24 months until it reaches full maturity. The dried grapes are also macerated and fermented, the resulting must is then added to the barrels.

The 2016 growing season was marked by good weather conditions in the region: a warm summer and moderate rainfall, which contributed to the uniform ripening of the grapes. This made it possible to achieve an optimal balance of sugar and acidity.

Nardello, Valpolicella Superiore, 2016 is not only a delight to taste, but also tells the story of its origin; it is an outstanding example of an Italian wine that reflects the richness and diversity of the Valpolicella wine region. It is an excellent choice for those who want to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of Italian winemaking and enjoy real gastronomic pleasures.