'Alzero' Quintarelli

Veneto IGT • Veneto • Quintarelli Giuseppe
Category
Red Wines
Region
Veneto
Denomination
Veneto IGT
Alcohol
16.5%
Vinification
Spontaneous alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts, use of grapes dried in 'fruttai'
Aging
3 years in French oak barrels and 3 years in Slavonian oak barrels
Grape varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon 40%, Cabernet Franc 40%, Merlot 20%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Produced in Veneto, this wine reflects a genuine sense of place. With 16.5% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon 40%, Cabernet Franc 40%, Merlot 20%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards vines aged about 30 years on limestone soils rich in basalt. Vinification: spontaneous alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts, use of grapes dried in 'fruttai'. The wine is aged 3 years in French oak barrels and 3 years in Slavonian oak barrels. A wine embodying Veneto's winemaking heritage with fresh acidity and food-friendly character.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs

About Veneto Wine Region

Veneto masterfully balances tradition and innovation, producing everything from powerful Amarone to crisp Soave.

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