2018 Ca'Botta Inverno Rosso Veronese IGT

2018 Ca'Botta 'Inverno' Rosso Veronese IGT

Tenute Ca'Botta is an innovative Veneto producer specialising in dry wines from partially dried grapes, in the tradition of Valpolicella. Working with native varieties, the estate uses its patented Fermentino Ca'Botta tank alongside traditional methods to craft strong-bodied, richly textured Rosso Veronese wines that sit between Valpolicella Ripasso and Amarone in style.

Grape varieties: A blend of indigenous Veronese varieties such as Corvina, Corvinone, Oseleta and Teroldego.

Terroir: Hillside vineyards in the Veronese Valpolicella zone, on calcareous soils with good drainage.

Vinification: Partial drying (appassimento) of the grapes to concentrate sugars and flavours, then fermentation using both traditional methods and the estate's patented Fermentino Ca'Botta system.

Ageing: Matured in oak barrels of varying sizes, then refined in bottle before release.

COLOUR: Deep ruby with garnet hints.

NOSE: Rich nose of dried cherry, plum jam, dark chocolate, sweet spice and a hint of dried herbs.

PALATE: Full-bodied and warming, with velvety tannins, ripe fruit and a long, satisfying finish.

FOOD PAIRING: Excellent with grilled and roasted red meats, braises, game and well-aged hard cheeses. Serve at 16-18°C.