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1998 Tedeschi Capital Monte Olmi Amarone DOC

Veneto,
$150. 00
Bottle
$1800.00 Dozen
Closure: Cork
Notes sourced from Enoteca Sileno

Grape Varieties:30% Corvina, 30% Corvinone, 30% Rondinella, 10% Molinara, Rossignola, Oselata, Negrara, Dindarella, Croatina and Forselina
Region:The single vineyard of Monte Olmi located in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico zone.
Production:Grapes are hand picked and then carefully placed in trays. The grapes are left at controlled temperature and humidity for about 4 months losing 30-40% of their weight. Fermentation is on skins at a temperature of 15°C for approximately 2 months and then the wine is aged for 2 years in barrel. After bottling the wine is aged for a further 5-6 months prior to release.
Characteristics:Strong ruby red with a light amber sheen. The bouquet is of Cherries, raspberry, red currant and Slovenian oak. The flavour is elegant and robust with good structure and acidity. It is long lasting and persistent.
Serve:16-18° C
Try it with: game dishes and cheese.