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Valpolicella wine

Italy

Wine name	Valpolicella [val-poh-lee-cheh-lah]
Type of wine	Dry Red wine
Production zone
Grapes	Corvina variety, in quantities varying from 40 to 70%, from the Rondinella in quantities varying from 20 to 70%, and the Molinara variety from 5 to 25%. Grapes from the Rossignola, Negrara, Barbera, and Sangiovese varieties can also be used, but must be present in quantities less than 15%
Ageing	Can maintain its characteristics for 5-8 years if properly stored at a constant 14-15°C temperature, lying down and in the dark.
Features, color, smell, flavor, taste etc.	Ruby red color, with tendencies towards a pomegranate color upon aging; vinous odor, with a pleasing scent, delicate, characteristic, with hints of bitter almonds; dry or velvety flavor, bodied, slightly bitter, sapid harmonious;
Alcoholic strength	12° C
Serving temp.	17-18° C. Uncork the bottle at least 1 hour prior to serving.
Matching foods	Recommended with antipasti and lighter pasta dishes. Also compliments seafood and lightly grilled white meats