El Rocolo
Recioto della Valpolicella D.O.C.G. Classico
Area of cultivation
Unique vineyard sited on the hillsides of the designated Valpolicella Classico region in the district Negrar, made up of a series of terraces held back by dry stone walls called “Marogne”, where we can find some descendants of historical grapes varieties.
Grape varieties
Corvina and Corvinone 70% - Rondinella 20% -Dindarella, Croatina 10%. Harvest carefully selected for the process of drying that lasts on average 4 months.
Wine-making
Gentle crushing, followed by a maceration on the skins and a slow fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 40 days.
Aging
15% of the wine in French barrique for about 12 months, whereas the aging of the remaining 85% is made in stainless steel tanks. Aging in the bottle varies from 6 to 12 months.
Colour
Intense ruby red.
Alcohol content
13,5% Vol.
Bottle
50 cl.
Pairings
Almond biscuits, dark chocolate and pastries without jam or cream.
Serving temperature
12°/14°C.