Le Guaite di Noemi
Valpolicella Superiore 2014
| Denomination | DOC Valpolicella Superiore |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Veneto (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella |
| Aging | Aged for 36-48 months in second-use French barriques and, after bottling, a further 36-48 months in bottle (minimum). |
- Name and vintage: Valpolicella DOC Superiore dry red, 2014 harvest
- Grape variety and alcohol content: Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella; 15% ABV; 0.75 l bottle
- Vinification: harvested in mid-September, 1 month of drying and cold maceration
- Extended ageing: 36-48 months in French barriques and at least 36-48 months in bottle
- Profile and serving: notes of cherry and blackberry; smooth and savoury taste. Serve at 18-20 °C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Le Guaite di Noemi Valpolicella Superiore is a still red wine characterised by an intense and structured aromatic profile. Made from a blend of Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes, this Valpolicella Superiore displays a deep ruby colour with garnet highlights. On the nose, notes of red cherries, blackberries and plums emerge, enriched by hints of freshly cut grass, violet and blackcurrant. On the palate, it is smooth and enveloping, supported by a pleasant savouriness and excellent acidity. The flavours of ripe fruit intertwine with spicy nuances, offering a full and balanced sip.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in the Mezzane Valley, in the heart of the Verona region. The vineyards managed by Le Guaite di Noemi are cultivated according to the principles of organic and sustainable agriculture. The vines grow at an altitude between 450 and 500 metres, an ideal height to promote optimal ripening of the grapes. The basaltic soils, combined with formations of white and pink limestone rich in iron, give the wine structure and character. This particular hilly terroir is essential for ensuring freshness and remarkable longevity.
How it is produced
Production begins in mid-September with the harvest of the grapes, which undergo a month of drying in the fruit loft to concentrate the aromas. After crushing and destemming, the must undergoes cold maceration and fermentation at a controlled temperature. Once malolactic fermentation is complete, the wine matures for a period of 36-48 months in second-use French barrels. Ageing continues with a further rest of equal duration. This slow evolution allows the tannic structure to integrate perfectly, giving the wine profound elegance on the palate.
History and Curiosities
A true expression of the Valle di Mezzane, the organic Valpolicella DOC Superiore from Le Guaite di Noemi embodies a deep family dedication. The Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes benefit from careful drying in the fruit loft, which enhances their softness and aromatic complexity. The 2014 vintage achieves extraordinary elegance thanks to prolonged ageing in French barriques and in the bottle, offering a rich, savoury and incredibly long-lived sip.
Tasting notes
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Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
2 hours
- Start up year: 2002
- Oenologist: Roberto Vassanelli
- Bottles produced: 25.000
- Hectares: 4
The idea that a wine must age for many years to reach its full expression is the foundation of our winemaking philosophy. Although it may be different and complicated in the world of wine, this choice represents our deep conviction, and our wines are tangible evidence of this. The wine can develop its complex layers and reveal its most precious nuances with the help of a patient and meticulous aging process.
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| Name | Le Guaite di Noemi Valpolicella Superiore 2014 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still dry |
| Denomination | Valpolicella DOC |
| Vintage | 2014 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Veneto |
| Vendor | Le Guaite di Noemi |
| Story | History and Curiosities A true expression of the Valle di Mezzane, the organic Valpolicella DOC Superiore from Le Guaite di Noemi embodies a deep family dedication. The Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes benefit from careful drying in the fruit loft, which enhances their softness and aromatic complexity. The 2014 vintage achieves extraordinary elegance thanks to prolonged ageing in French barriques and in the bottle, offering a rich, savoury and incredibly long-lived sip. |
| Origin | Mezzane di Sopra (Verona) |
| Soil composition | Calcareous white, calcareous pink iron and basaltic |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 5000 plants per hectare |
| Harvest | Mid-September |
| Production technique | Harvest in mid-September with grape drying for one month in a drying room; crushing and destemming, cold maceration, fermentation at controlled temperature with selected yeasts and malolactic fermentation |
| Wine making | Crushing and destemming, cold maceration, fermentation with selected yeasts at controlled temperatures, malolactic fermentation. |
| Aging | Aged for 36-48 months in second-use French barriques and, after bottling, a further 36-48 months in bottle (minimum). |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |