Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine
Amarone Mai Dire Mai 2015
| Denomination | DOCG Amarone della Valpolicella |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 16.5% by volume |
| Area | Veneto (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 65% Corvina, 15% Corvinone, 10% Oseleta, 10% Rondinella |
| Aging | Aged in French oak barrels (70% barriques of 225 litres and 30% barrels of 500 litres, all new) for 24 months. |
- Amarone DOCG 2015: still red wine Pasqua, 0.75 l, 16.5% vol
- Blend: Corvina 65%, Corvinone 15%, Oseleta 10%, Rondinella 10%
- Production: grapes dried for 4 months; aged for 24 months in new French oak
- Aromas and taste: morello cherry, cocoa, leather; black fruit, cloves, mocha
- Awards and serving: 92/100 Robert Parker; decant for 1 hour; temperature 16-18 °C
Description
What kind of wine is it
Pasqua Amarone della Valpolicella Mai Dire Mai is a full-bodied still red wine. This blend is created from the union of Corvina, Corvinone, Oseleta and Rondinella, grapes subjected to a slow drying process to develop structure and extraordinary aromatic intensity. On the palate, it is warm, rich and enveloping, supported by remarkable freshness and elegant yet firm tannins. The finish is long and persistent, characterised by notes of ripe black fruit, cocoa and mocha, perfect for accompanying flavourful meat dishes, pork dishes or mature cheeses.
Where does it come from
The soul of this wine by Pasqua lies in the Montevegro vineyard, located in the heart of Veneto between the Val d’Illasi and the Val di Mezzane. At 350 metres above sea level, the vines sink their roots into basaltic and calcareous soil, a specific composition that gives the wine its unmistakable mineral character. The position at the top of the hill ensures ideal ripening of the grapes, preparing them perfectly for the subsequent natural dehydration. This territorial vocation is reflected in a deep and balanced sip, where the vibrant acidic tension masterfully balances the extractive concentration.
How is it produced
The creation of the wine begins with manual harvesting and a rigorous selection of the bunches, followed by four months of drying in crates to encourage the concentration of sugars and organoleptic substances. Vinification continues with a cold pre-fermentation maceration and fermentation in steel at a controlled temperature for forty days. The wine then matures for twenty-four months in new French oak barrels, acquiring remarkable complexity. The bouquet offers intense aromas of undergrowth, morello cherry and cedarwood, enriched by enveloping hints of leather and cloves.
History and Curiosities
Amarone Mai Dire Mai combines the historic tradition of the Pasqua family with the soul of the exceptional Montevegro vineyard. Situated at 350 metres above sea level on basaltic soils, the vineyard imparts incredible minerality to the wine. Under the guidance of oenologist Carlo Olivari, the grapes undergo a four-month drying process, before ageing in fine new French oak. This expertise enabled the extraordinary 2015 vintage to receive excellent accolades, including the renowned Tre Bicchieri Gambero Rosso, establishing itself as a proud ambassador of Venetian excellence.
Awards
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2015
92/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1925
- Oenologist: Carlo Olivari
- Bottles produced: 12.800.000
- Hectares: 322
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| Name | Pasqua Amarone della Valpolicella Mai Dire Mai 2015 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 16.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 65% Corvina, 15% Corvinone, 10% Oseleta, 10% Rondinella |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Veneto |
| Vendor | Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine |
| Story | History and Curiosities Amarone Mai Dire Mai combines the historic tradition of the Pasqua family with the soul of the exceptional Montevegro vineyard. Situated at 350 metres above sea level on basaltic soils, the vineyard imparts incredible minerality to the wine. Under the guidance of oenologist Carlo Olivari, the grapes undergo a four-month drying process, before ageing in fine new French oak. This expertise enabled the extraordinary 2015 vintage to receive excellent accolades, including the renowned Tre Bicchieri Gambero Rosso, establishing itself as a proud ambassador of Venetian excellence. |
| Origin | Vineyard Montevegro, between the Val d’Illasi and the Val di Mezzane (Verona, Veneto, Italy) |
| Soil composition | Soil of basaltic and calcareous origin |
| Fermentation temperature | 22-26 °C |
| Fermentation | 40 days |
| Production technique | Drying of the grapes in crates for 4 months; cold pre-fermentation maceration; fermentation and malolactic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel; maturation in French oak barrels for 24 months |
| Wine making | The grapes are hand-picked and carefully selected, then left to dry in crates for 4 months to achieve a higher sugar concentration. After pressing, a cold pre-fermentation maceration is carried out; both fermentation and malolactic fermentation take place in stainless steel at a controlled temperature (22-26 °C) for 40 days. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels for 24 months (70% in 225-litre barriques and 30% in 500-litre barrels, all new). |
| Aging | Aged in French oak barrels (70% barriques of 225 litres and 30% barrels of 500 litres, all new) for 24 months. |
| Total acidity | 6.7 gr/L |
| PH | 3.44 |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |