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2019 Montresor ‘Urban Park’ Appassimento
Regular price £14.69 Sale price £12.49 Save 15%An appealing appassimento style red from the Veneto - produced from classic Amarone and Valpolicella grapes.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Bright berry and black cherry aromas, and a touch of spice.
Palate
The palate has all of Valpolicella's appealing fresh cherry and ripe bramble fruit, along with added weight and complexity from maturation in oak. Supple tannins lead to a finish of delicate sweetness, offset by fresh acidity.
Producer
The illustrious Montresor family moved from France to Italy at the start of the 19th Century and settled in the Veneto region near Lake Garda. In 1892 Cantina Giacomo Montresor was established in Verona, and remains family-owned to this day.
Giorgio Montresor produces a portfolio of wines which increasingly rival the offerings of the region's more fashionable names - harnessing modern technology to craft the best wines from each site, across their 100ha of vineyard, in Valpolicella and Garda.
Production Method
Produced from Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes harvested from hillside vineyards north of Verona. 'Appassimento' refers to the process by which the grapes are dried for a few months before being pressed and vinified - this technique is more common in the Veneto than elsewhere in Italy. In this instance the grapes are dried for 30 days before vinification, and the wine spends 6 months in oak. The resulting red is rich with some residual sweetness.
A Note on Sustainability
At the end of 2019, Montresor received its organic certification. Some of its wines are already bottled in a lighter weight glass bottle (less than 420g) to reduce carbon dioxide emissions during transport, with the added benefit of reducing the amount of glass to be manufactured.
Over the next two years, solar panels will be installed at the winery to provide some of the electricity required in the production process. Alongside this, Montresor is about to install a water purification system to recover and recycle the water used at the winery.
Specifications
| Year | 2019 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 60% Corvina, 20% Corvinone & 20% Rondinella |
| Country | Italy |
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Alcohol content
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14% alc vol
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 10.5 units |
| Type | Red Blend |
| Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Dietary Information |
Vegan, Vegetarian, Sustainable
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| Food Matches | Perfect with mature hard cheeses and blue cheeses. Also excellent with game and mature beef. |
| Origin | Veneto |
| Appellation | IGT Veneto |
2020 Amarone della Valpolicella ‘La Colombaia’
Regular price £30.49 Sale price £24.39 Save 20%Tasting Notes
A richly flavoured and approachable Amarone with layers of ripe plum and cherry fruit, mocha and spice.
Nose
Ripe, warm and generous on the nose with abundant plum and cherry aromas, roasted coffee beans and hints of dried fruits.
Palate
Full-bodied and richly flavoured with rich berry and plum fruit, supple tannins and a spicy finish, with the characteristic dry bite of good Amarone. A balanced and very approachable style.
Producer
The illustrious Montresor family moved from France to Italy at the start of the 19th Century and settled in the Veneto region near Lake Garda. In 1892 Cantina Giacomo Montresor was established in Verona, and remains family-owned to this day.
Giorgio Montresor produces a portfolio of wines which increasingly rival the offerings of the region's more fashionable names - harnessing modern technology to craft the best wines from each site, across their 100ha of vineyard, in Valpolicella and Garda.
Production Method
Made from a blend of Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes. The grapes are hand-harvested at the end of October. The late harvested grapes are dried for four months (until January following the vintage) and then crushed. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel for four months followed by maturation in Slavonian oak casks and small barrels for 2 years.
A Note on Sustainability
At the end of 2019, Montresor received its organic certification. Some of its wines are already bottled in a lighter weight glass bottle (less than 420g) to reduce carbon dioxide emissions during transport, with the added benefit of reducing the amount of glass to be manufactured.
Over the next two years, solar panels will be installed at the winery to provide some of the electricity required in the production process. Alongside this, Montresor is about to install a water purification system to recover and recycle the water used at the winery.
Specifications
| Year | 2020 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 70% Corvina, 20% Rondinella, 10% Molinara |
| Country | Italy |
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Alcohol content
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15% alc vol
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 11.2 units |
| Type | Red Blend |
| Cellaring Potential | Awaiting info |
| Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Dietary Information |
Vegan, Vegetarian, Sustainable
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| Food Matches | Perfect with mature hard cheeses and blue cheeses. Also excellent with game and mature beef. |
| Origin | Veneto |
| Appellation | DOCG Amarone Della Calpolicella |
2021 Cantina Di Negrar Valpolicella Ripasso D.O.C. Classico Superiore
Regular price £16.99 Sale price £14.44 Save 15%Cantina di Negrar Valpolicella Ripasso is a serious red at a "not so serious red" price point!
Tasting Notes
Nose
Intense and persistent, with fruity aromas of cherry and plum, floral notes of violets and a touch of spiciness from black pepper.
Palate
Fresh, fruity, with an elegant balance between structure and body, harmonised by the perfect acidity and tannins, warm, medium-bodied, velvety and balanced tannins.
History
With a history of wine-making going back to 1933, Cantina Valpolicella Negrar has been at the forefront of development in the Valpolicella region since its inception. The winery was the first to make the world-renowned Amarone, and soon after, in recognition of this, was awarded the Certificate of Special Mention by the Brussels International Exposition. This firmly put Cantina Valpolicella Negrar on the map and it has continued to look forward ever since.
Awards
- IWSC Italian Winery of the Year 2013
- Bronze Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards 2018
- Bronze Medal, The International Wine & Spirit Competition 2018
- 92 Points, James Suckling 2017
- Gold Medal, Sélections Mondiales des Vins Canada 2017
- Bronze Medal, International Wine Challenge 2017
- Silver Medal, WOW! The Italian Wine Competition 2016
- Bronze Medal, International Wine Challenge 2016
- Bronze Medal, International Wine Challenge 2015
- Gold Medal, Mundus Vini 2012
Personal Tasting Notes
"Lovely - full bodied and rich with an alluring blend of juicy red and black fruits, a touch of spice and a super smooth finish. Extremely well made and well balanced. A great £15’s worth. Not cloying or offering overly ripe, sweet fruit - very fresh and clean on the palate meaning each glass is a fresh mouthfeel." Tasted April 2024
Specifications
| Year | 2021 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | Corvina 70%, Rondinella 15%, Corvinone 15% |
| Country | Italy |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% |
| Units of Alcohol |
10.1 units
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| Type | Red Blend |
| Food Matches |
It pairs wonderfully with all types of red meat, both grilled and braised. Excellent with traditional Veronese dishes, such as Pastissada de caval, lesso con Pearà and lasagnette with black truffles from Mount Baldo. |
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Allergen Information
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Contain sulphites |
| Dietary Information | Vegetarian approved |
| Origin | Valpolicella Classica - Veneto |
| Appellation | Valpolicella Ripasso DOC |
2022 Cantina Di Negrar Corvina
Regular price £11.99 Sale price £10.19 Save 15%
This is a brand new single varietal from this co-operative, located in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico area, just a few kilometres from Verona. Corvina is usually blended with Molinara and Rondinella, but an increasing number of producers are making 100% Corvina wines. The result is light and fragrant with floral notes and some blackcurrant. It has an elegant structure.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Ruby red with garnet reflections
Nose
Spicy nose with notes of vanilla and hints of cherry and black cherry
Palate
Soft and round palate with sweet tannins that blend well with the wine's texture. The finish is long ending with spicy tones.
Winery
The Cantina di Negrar brand is the soul of Cantina Valpolicella Negrar and pays homage to the philosophy of cooperative production while also recalling the territory’s historical vestiges: the effigy of St. Mark’s Lion standing tall on a column in the centre of Negrar is testimony of the Venetian Republic’s domination in the sixteenth century.
The Cantina di Negrar wines are rooted in the wine-making tradition of Valpolicella and the Veronese wine-growing areas, with a modern reinterpretation to guarantee the best price/quality ratio.
Label
The catchy and interesting label depicts Ulysses’ 10-year journey home from Troye to Ithaca. Every facet of his journey captivates the sense of discovery, self-discovery, and world discovery Ulysses experiences in those enchanted 10 years.
Specifications
| Year | 2022 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Corvina |
| Country | Italy |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% |
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| Type | Red Wine |
| Food Matches |
It pairs well with grilled and braised red meat. |
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Contain sulphites |
| Origin | Verona |
| Appellation | Verona IGT |
2023 KEYA, Chiaretto di Bardolino Classico
Regular price £18.99 Sale price £16.14 Save 15%A truly elegant Rosé, ideal as the perfect aperitif for a summer evening.
Tasting Note
A pale pink shade with an onion skin hue. Delightful fruity and exotic aromas, featuring notes of wild strawberries and gooseberry. Dry and intense, with refined tannins, a firm structure, and a youthful character, finished off with a subtle bitter edge.
Producer
This wine, produced in 1896 for the first time, is an expression of the territory and enjoys a growing approval on the international market. The mild climate of Lake Garda, protected from the foothills by the cold north wind, contributes to the success of this wine. It is a very elegant rosé with a pale pink color and a pleasant fruity aroma. It is dry and intense, with a good freshness.
Production
Grapes are carefully destemmed and crushed before pressing. The wine undergoes white vinification in a reduced environment, preserving its delicate aromas and freshness. It is aged for 1-9 months in thermo-conditioned stainless steel and cement tanks, ensuring a refined texture and balance. The final wine is estate-grown and bottled, maintaining its authenticity and quality.
Specifications
| Year | 2023 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | Corvina 84%, Corvinone 11%, Rondinella 5% |
| Country | Italy |
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9,75 units |
| Type | Rose Wine |
| Cellaring Potential | Awaiting info |
| Food Matches | Enjoy as an aperitif paired with appetizers like ham and melon or Caprese salad. It also complements first courses such as rice or pasta salads. |
| Allergen Information |
Contains sulphites |
| Appellation | Veneto |
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2023 Paolo Leo Millefiori Appassimento
Regular price £12.99 Sale price £11.04 Save 15%A deliciously rich expressive red!
Tasting Notes
The wine has a lovely and intense ruby-red colour with a bouquet reminiscent of cherries, dried fruit, chocolate and prunes. On the palate it is full-bodied, soft and round, with a pleasant spiciness and an amazingly long and lingering finish.
Producer
The cellars occupy a total area of about 24,000 square meters. The first is located in the heart of the Salice Salentino DOC (San donaci) the second, inaugurated in August 2020, is located at the gates of the Primitivo di Manduria DOC (Monteparano).
They are equipped with a state-of-the-art winemaking plant, a large barrel cellar and a modern cutting-edge bottling line capable of reaching 7000 bottles per hour. The winery is flanked by the farm Masseria Carritelli that is surrounded by vineyards.
Viticulture
The grapes are selected from low-yielding vineyards in province of Verona. The grapes are inter-planted and trained using the typical pergola Veronese and Guyot methods. Plant density is 4.200 vines per hectare with an average yield of no more than 1,4 kg of grapes per plant. The grapes are carefully picked by hand in early October.
Vinification
Approximately 60% of the picked grapes are placed in small wooden crates of 5 kg each. The crates are then placed in the “fruttaio,” a well aerated loft, and are left there to dry at a controlled temperature and humidity until December. During this “appassimento” the grapes will lose up to 50% of their original weight in water, thus concentrating their color, substance and aromas. The grapes which are not dried are immediately vinified. After de-stemming, the grapes are not crushed, allowing them to remain intact, reducing damage to the skins and optimizing color extraction. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 25-26°C for 8-10 days. Frequent remontage and delestage are carried out in the early stages of fermentation in order to achieve softextraction of aromas and gentle tannins. After racking, malolactic bacteria are added to induce a second fermentation. In late December the dried grapes are vinified. After de-stemming, the grapes are crushed and placed in stainless steel tanks, where selected yeasts are added. A very slow fermentation is initiated which will last approximately 30 days at a controlled temperature of 24°C. Here too frequent remontage and delestage are carried out in the early stages of fermentation in order to achieve soft extraction of aromas and gentle tannins. After racking, malolactic bacteria are added to induce a second fermentation.
Specifications
| Year | 2023 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | Corvino, Merlot |
| Country | Italy |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% |
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Units of Alcohol per Bottle
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10.1 units |
| Type | Red Wine |
| Food Matches |
Roasted meat, game and aged cheeses. |
| Cellaring Potential | Awaiting info |
| Features | Vegan & Vegetarian |
| Allergen Information | Contains sulphites |
| Appellation | Puglia IGP |
| Origin | Puglia |
