2018 Masi Campofiorin Rosso Del Veronese

Campofiorin is the only wine of Campofiorin company which is produced with a double fermentation technology. It is manufactured from the collected fresh berries fruits with the addition of slightly dried grapes which are later pressed and re-fermented within 2-3 weeks. This production technology ensures the concentrated dark ruby color. Wine odor discloses with vigorous scents of fresh black cherries and cherry hints. It has a smooth, heavy-bodied taste with sweet almond aftertaste.

• Region: Veneto Appellation: Rosso del Veronese IGT

• Producer: Masi

• Alcohol:13.5%

• Grape Varieties: 70% Corvina, 25% Rondinella, 5% Molinara

• Closure: Cork

Though run by the Boscaini family for six generations, it is really in the last fifty years that Masi has established itself as one of the Veneto's most innovative wine producers. In the late 1950s, they identified certain historic vineyard plots which are vinified as Amarone and bottled separately to this day. In 1964, they launched the now-legendary Campofiorin, which revived the technique of a second fermentation with semi-dried grapes. Masi have also rescued the ancient Oseleta variety from extinction, and continue to use it in two of their celebrated 'Supervenetian' wines.

Vineyard: The local Veronese grapes were grown in valleys of the Veronese hills in deep alluvial terrain on eocenic limestone. Due to climatic conditions during the 2007 growing season, ripening phases were brought forward by about two weeks. A fifteen percent green harvest in July was followed by a slightly earlier than usual harvest. Quantities were smaller than usual, and the quality of the grapes were excellent.

Winery: Campofiorin is one of Masi's specialities, made using the double fermentation technique. Fermented wine from fresh grapes is re-fermented with twenty-five percent of whole semi-dried grapes of the same varieties. This fermentation lasts for about fifteen days and is followed by the malolactic. The wine then spent a minimum of eighteen months in wood, a mixture of old and new ninety-hectolitre and 600-litre barrels.

Taste Attractive, aromatic nose dominated by cherries and spice. Well-balanced, full-bodied palate with notes of ripe red fruit, cherry liqueur and blackcurrants. Long aftertaste with hints of vanilla and cocoa

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Introduced in 1928 by Niccolo' Antinori, Villa Antinori Rosso is a full-bodied and complex red wine combining elegance, structure and smooth tannins. Villa Antinori Rosso offers notes of wild berries such as bilberries, and plums that blend with hints of toasted hazelnuts, spices and vanilla. Traditional and international grape varieties, all sourced from the Antinori family's best vineyards in Tuscany, are blended together to create this Tuscan classic.

Food pairings: Grilled red meats, roasted pork and hearty pasta dishes Color: The wine is characterized by an intense ruby ​​red color.

Taste: The taste of wine is bright, has a clear character, supple tannin structure. The finish is long, with bright fruit notes and light oak nuances.

Aroma: Aromatic bouquet of wine is very intense and includes a red fruit, raspberries and blueberries, which are gradually replaced by hints of oak, spice and cloves.

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Melini puts its signature to Chianti Governo all'Uso Toscano which has sprung from the rediscovery of a fascinating traditional method based on slow refermenting the wine when it has just been drawn off along with raisined grapes.

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Lamberti Merlot grows well in vineyards situated on the banks of Lake Garda, near Verona and in the region of Trentino. Bright ruby red colour, dry, balanced and soft to the palate, this is an exceptional wine for any occasion.

Brand: Lamberti

Description: Dry Red

Country, Region: Italy, Veneto

Tasting Notes: Bright ruby-red colour. Faintly grassy, vinous bouquet with a hint of raspberries. Balanced, dry, savoury and elegant taste. Round and ripe to the palate, soft full flavours.

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Red fruit notes on the nose, plum aromas on the plate very moderate tanins and easy drinking wine there is a lack of wood, oak and spice aromas for a Cabernet. Easy finish comes with medium + body. Great match for spicy pastas and cheese plates.

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Lamberti Pinot Grigio is well developed on the nose with typical Pinot Grigio overtones of beeswax and wild honey blossom. Refreshingly crisp on the palate with a creamy, mineral texture and flavours fully reflective of the aromas.

Brand: Lamberti

Description: Dry White

Country, Region: Italy, Veneto

Tasting Notes: Straw-yellow with copper hues. Attractive light floral notes with hints of beeswax, honey and citrus.

The palate is well-structured, dry, elegant and fruity with balanced hints of peaches, crushed nuts, some classic melon oiliness and underlying minerality.

Food Suggestions: Serve Lamberti Pinot Grigio with light appetisers, delicate first courses, salads, seafood and creamy cheeses.

Serving temperature: 10-12°C.

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