Classification: Bardolino d.o.c. Classico
Type of wine: Dry red
First vintage produced: 1987
Production zone: Vineyards are in the south-facing morainic hills at Cavaion Veronese, in the hinterland of the lake , at the heart of the historic Bardolino Classico zone
Type of soil: Clay mixed with limestone, typical of the morainic hills deposited by the glaciers that formed the area of the lake
Main grapes: Corvina, Rondinella and Corvinone
Maturation: in large oak casks and then spends a further period in the bottle prior to release
TASTING NOTES
Colour: Bright ruby red with garnet reflection
Nose: Delicately fruity and fragrant, with notes of cherries and spices (black pepper, cloves and ginger). Balsamic notes stand out with the ageing.
Flavour: Dry yet rounded. It is spicy, with balance, freshness and a very easy-drinking style.
Serving suggestions: An extremely versatile wine, it can be drunk throughout a typical Italian meal: with assorted hors d’oeuvres, pasta in sauce, risotto, ravioli, pasta and bean or other pulse-based soups grilled or stewed white meats or boiled meats in general. Also try it slightly chilled with stewed fish or polenta and baccalà (dried, salted cod)
Alcohol: 13% vol
Serving temperature: 15°/18°C












