Tedeschi - Capitel Monte Olmi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva 2018

Germans

Monte Olmi Capital

Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Classic Reserve

2018

75cl

Contains Sulphites

Grape varieties: Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
Production area: Valpolicella Classica, Verona
Vineyard altitude: 250–400 m above sea level
Exposure: South-east, hilly
Soil type: Calcareous-clayey, well-drained
Harvest: Manual, end of September – beginning of October
Vinification: Fermentation in steel on the skins of dried grapes for 3–4 months, with delicate pumping over and temperature control
Aging: 36 months in large oak barrels and selected barriques, followed by further aging in the bottle
Alcohol content: 15% vol
Color: Intense and bright garnet red
Aroma: Cherry in alcohol, plum, ripe red fruits, cocoa, vanilla, tobacco and light balsamic notes
Taste: Full-bodied and enveloping, silky and well-integrated tannins, balance between residual sweetness, freshness and structure, long and persistent finish
Pairings: Braised meats, rich red meats, game, mature cheeses, dark chocolate
Serving temperature: 18–20 °C
Longevity: 15–20 years

The Capitel Monte Olmi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva 2018 represents the pinnacle of Tedeschi's Valpolicella Classica tradition. Made with carefully selected grapes left to slowly dry, this Amarone develops complexity, concentration, and elegant aromas. In the glass, it displays a deep and luminous garnet red color, while on the nose it releases aromas of brandied cherries, plums, ripe red fruits, cocoa, vanilla, and tobacco. On the palate, it is full-bodied and enveloping, with silky tannins, perfectly balanced between residual sweetness, structure, and freshness, with a long and persistent finish. Perfect with braised meats, game, aged cheeses, and dark chocolate, it is a sipping Amarone, destined to evolve magnificently over the years.