Corte Giara - Allegrini
Amarone della Valpolicella La Groletta 2022
| Denomination | Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Veneto (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 70% Corvina, 30% Rondinella |
| Aging | 5 months in stainless steel, then in wood for 15 months (half in Slavonian oak casks, half in second-passage barriques). The wine finally ages 6 months in the bottle. |
| Year | 2022 |
| Product name | Amarone della Valpolicella La Groletta 2022 |
| Color | Deep ruby red. |
| Perfume | Overripe red fruit but still crisp and pulpy. Spicy notes appear in the background, especially pepper and cloves, followed by mineral hints and a deep tobacco nuance. |
| Taste | Full-bodied, enveloping and velvety. The imposing and solid body maintains an elegant and silky profile thanks to the perfectly balanced acidity and sweet, perfectly melted tannins. |
| Production method | The drying process occurs naturally for 3-4 months in the drying loft. The grapes lose 40% of their original weight. |
| Pairings | It pairs well with braised meats, game in general and hare in particular, duck in orange sauce and long-aged cheeses. Moreover, it pairs well with lobster. Finally, it is a great wine to be enjoyed by itself. |
| Region | Veneto |
| Country | Italy |
Description
The Amarone della Valpolicella Corte Giara La Groletta is produced by the Allegrini family, protagonists of the agricultural history of Fumane since the 16th century. Allegrini is closely linked to the Valpolicella DOC, which originates in the province of Verona, and thanks to far-sighted choices, the company is now one of the leaders in Italy, and it is precisely from the family's Valpolicella that the new generations of winemakers take inspiration. To keep up with the exponential growth of the company and reach a wider range of consumers by diversifying its products, Allegrini has founded other brands, including Corte Giara. This brand founded in 1989 produces young and innovative wines suitable for any convivial context.
The Allegrini Amarone della Valpolicella Corte Giara La Groletta is a very difficult wine to produce, as the drying phase of the grapes is fundamental and very delicate. It is produced with 70% of the best Corvina Veronese grapes and 30% Rondinella harvested at the moment of maximum ripeness to obtain a higher sugar concentration. The soil where the vineyards are grown is located in the hilly area of Valpolicella and is very varied, mostly clayey and calcareous. The grapes are dried in a fruttaio for 3-4 months, resulting in a weight loss of 40% of the original harvest weight. The grapes are then destemmed and softly pressed in the first half of January and are ready for vinification, which takes place in stainless steel at a controlled temperature for 22 to 24 days with daily pumping over. The long refinement takes place for 5 months in stainless steel, 15 months of maturation in wood, half of the time in Slavonian oak barrels and half in second-use barriques, and before being sold it rests in the bottle for 6 months.
Details
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C.
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
Pairings
- Start up year: 1989
- Oenologist: Paolo Mascanzoni e Lorenzo Fortini
Corte Giara offers a diverse range of wines, influenced by the exceptional viticulture and winemaking traditions of the Veneto region. Beginning with the renowned Valpolicella area, where the family has garnered their winemaking expertise, their portfolio extends to include prestigious denominations such as Valpolicella, Soave, Prosecco, and Bardolino.
Embodying elegance and contemporary flair, Corte Giara wines strike a perfect balance and cater to a discerning audience seeking exceptional quality. This unique collection appeals to a broad range of wine enthusiasts, including both seasoned connoisseurs and newcomers to the world of wine. Read more
| Name | Corte Giara Amarone della Valpolicella La Groletta 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 70% Corvina, 30% Rondinella |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Veneto |
| Vendor | Corte Giara - Allegrini |
| Origin | Hilly area of Valpolicella (Verona) |
| Climate | Altitude: 180-250 m a.s.l. Exposure: South-East. |
| Soil composition | Clayey-limestone, rich in skeleton. |
| Cultivation system | Trellised "pergola" system. |
| Yield per hectare | 3,000 |
| Harvest | By hand, in September with a selection of bunches. |
| Fermentation temperature | 8 / 22°C |
| Production technique | The drying process occurs naturally for 3-4 months in the drying loft. The grapes lose 40% of their original weight. |
| Wine making | Soft pressing of the loose berries is carried out in the first fortnight of January. Fermentation: Destemming followed by soft crushing of the grapes. The fermentation lasts 22/24 days with daily pump-overs. |
| Aging | 5 months in stainless steel, then in wood for 15 months (half in Slavonian oak casks, half in second-passage barriques). The wine finally ages 6 months in the bottle. |
| Total acidity | 560.0 gr/L |
| PH | 366.0 |
| Residual sugar | 490.0 gr/L |
| Dry extract | 3800.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |