Valpolicella DOC
La Corte del Pozzo
14,00€
Valpolicella is part of the tradition of our territory and, therefore, also of our history. Its typical grapes are beautiful and generous, producing an exceptional wine. The vineyards are located in the splendid Val d’Illasi, which includes both the Soave and Valpolicella areas.
Characteristics
Vinification:
Harvest: Starts at the end of September with multiple passages and sorting of the grapes. Only the best are destined for pressing.
Drying: Part of the grapes is placed in boxes for a light drying of 15-20 days.
Fermentation: Separate for fresh grapes (in steel tanks) and dried grapes (in wooden barrels).
Aging: After 10-12 months, we proceed with bottling where the wine will remain to refine for another 5-6 months.
Terroir and viticulture:
Il Valpolicella “La Corte del Pozzo” nasce da vigneti collinari nella Val d’Illasi, dove i suoli sono prevalentemente calcarei. Il sistema di allevamento è la tradizionale pergola corta veronese, con una resa di 120 quintali per ettaro.
Organoleptic characteristics:
COLOR: Bright and compact ruby red.
BOUQUET: Notes of red fruit and small red fruit jam, with a spicy echo.
TASTE: Harmony between full-bodied tannins and acidity, combined with the flavor of ripe fruit. On the palate it is dry, velvety, with good structure and harmonious.
Food and wine:
“La Corte del Pozzo” Valpolicella DOC pairs perfectly with:
Tasty first courses: Risotto with porcini mushrooms, pappardelle with wild boar ragout
Game-based sauces: Tagliatelle with hare ragù, gnocchi with duck sauce
Grilled red meats: Sliced beef, pork ribs, Florentine steak
Medium-aged cheeses: Monte Veronese, Asiago d’allevo, Provolone Valpadana
Storage and service:
Serving temperature: 15-18°C
Available formats: 750 ml
Awards and recognitions:
Vintage 2024
James Suckling: 92/100
Vintage 2023
James Suckling: 91/100
Vintage 2022
Wine Enthusiast: 92/100, James Suckling: 90/100
Vintage 2020
Falstaff: 89/100
Vintage 2019
James Suckling: 91/100
Vintage 2018
Decanter: Bronze , Berliner Wein Trophy: Silver, Concours Mondial Bruxelles: Silver
