THE WINE

The Valpolicella Classico from the Santa Sofia winery is a wine produced with a blend of Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes grown in the vineyards owned by the winery and located in the hills of Valpolicella; here, the soils have a predominantly calcareous mixture.

THE WINEMAKING

After manual harvesting, the selected grapes are taken to the cellar for winemaking. After destemming and soft pressing, the grapes macerate in stainless steel for approximately seven to nine days. Regarding refinement, the wine rests for at least three to six months in steel, and after blending and bottling, the wine rests for another three months in the cellar before being placed on the market.

THE TASTING

Bright red. The aroma is intense, with pleasant hints of flowers that intertwine with notes of red fruits such as cherry, raspberry and red currant, which leave room for spicy puffs to close with scents of coffee. Harmonious and elegant on the palate, the silky tannins are fine and very well-integrated. This Valpolicella Classico from the Santa Sofia winery is well balanced with an excellent correspondence between aromas and flavour. Persistence is also good.

FOOD PAIRINGS

Perfect with red meats and medium-aged cheeses. Also excellent with cold cuts.

THE AWARDS

2019
– Luca Maroni 90/100
– Veronelli Two Stars