Domenico Fraccaroli “Grotta del Ninfeo” Valpolicella D.O.C.G.

DESIGNATION: Denomination of Origin Controlled (DOC) GRAPE VARIETIES: Corvinone and Corvina 70%, Rondinella 20%, Molinara 10% GEOGRAPHICAL AREA: S. Pietro di Lavagno - VERONA ALTITUDE: 106-150 msl EXPOSURE: South, South-East SOIL: Calcareous TRAINING SYSTEM: Pergola Veronese PLANTS per HECTAR: 4000 VINEYARD YEAR: 1995 HARVEST: By hand in 15 kg trays ALCOHOL: 12.5% by vol. VINIFICATION: After the de-stemming, alcoholic fermentation and maceration are carried out with careful monitoring of the temperature for 8 days. The refining process takes place in steel tanks for 6 months. TASTING NOTES: Vivid ruby red color with purplish tinges. On the nose the red fruit scent is immediately perceptible. On the palate it is fine and elegant, with a slightly acidulous and dry mouthfeel. It is a dynamic wine made for sharing. FOOD PAIRING: This wine matches well with main courses, cold cuts, red and white meat served chilled. SERVING TEMPERATURE: 14-16° C