Amarone della Valpolicella: tour of the hills and tasting in the cellar
We'll taste Amarone right where it's made, in the hills of Valpolicella, surrounded by breathtaking views and the scent of the vineyards. Experience Valpolicella with ...
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Structure
Drinking window
Best 5 to 15 years from vintage.
vintage5 yrs15 yrs17 yrs
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In the glass
Aroma: blackcurrant, green pepper, cedar, herbs
Palate: dark fruit, medium firm tannins, herbal, mineral
A Cabernet-focused red from the volcanic slopes of the Euganean Hills. The Colli Euganei DOC allows Cabernet varieties and Vignalta's version shows the distinctive mineral thread of volcanic soil combined with the classic Cabernet Franc herbal character.
What it pairs with
- Grilled ribeye steak Firm tannins and dark fruit are the classic pairing for grilled red meat.More wines for steak →
- Lamb and vegetable stew Herbal Cabernet Franc notes complement the herbs in a slow-cooked stew.More wines for lamb →
How to serve Vignalta Cabernet Colli Euganei Rosso
Allow 65 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and decant. Open 60 minutes before serving and pour into a decanter to aerate.
- Serve at 14-16°C. Cellar temperature (14-16°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a Burgundy bowl with a wide opening , the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Grilled ribeye steak, Lamb and vegetable stew. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Vignalta began cultivating Cabernet varieties on the Euganean Hills in the early 1980s, recognising that the volcanic basalt soils suited Bordeaux varieties. The standard Cabernet expression predates Gemola and serves as the estate's accessible red entry point for the Colli Euganei DOC.
- 1985Vignalta releases first Cabernet from the Colli Euganei DOC from volcanic basalt plots.
Facts
- Producer
- Vignalta · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
- Classification
- Colli Euganei Rosso DOC
- Oak
- 12 months in French oak
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 18-26 at retail
- Drinking window
- 5-15 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1985
Frequently asked about Vignalta Cabernet Colli Euganei Rosso
What does Vignalta Cabernet Colli Euganei Rosso taste like?
On the nose, blackcurrant, green pepper, cedar, herbs. On the palate, dark fruit, medium firm tannins, herbal, mineral. Structurally medium-bodied, medium tannins, high acidity with a medium-long and savoury finish. A Cabernet-focused red from the volcanic slopes of the Euganean Hills. The Colli Euganei DOC allows Cabernet varieties and Vignalta's version shows the distinctive mineral thread of volcanic soil combined with the classic Cabernet Franc herbal character.
When should I drink Vignalta Cabernet Colli Euganei Rosso?
Drink 5-15 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Vignalta Cabernet Colli Euganei Rosso?
Grilled ribeye steak is the canonical pairing; Lamb and vegetable stew is the other strong match. Firm tannins and dark fruit are the classic pairing for grilled red meat.
What grapes are in Vignalta Cabernet Colli Euganei Rosso?
The blend is Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is classified as Colli Euganei Rosso DOC.
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