Recioto della Valpolicella DOCG Corte Giara 0.5L

Recioto della Valpolicella DOCG Corte Giara 0.5L is a fine wine that comes from the Veneto region in northeastern Italy. More specifically, its area of origin is Valpolicella, a hilly area located north of Verona that is famous for producing high quality wines. The vineyards from which this wine comes are located on soils of volcanic origin, rich in limestone and clay, which give the wine unique characteristics. The grapes used for the production of Recioto della Valpolicella DOCG Corte Giara are mainly Corvina and Rondinella, with a small percentage of Molinara. The production process of Recioto della Valpolicella is very special and requires great care and attention. After the harvest, which usually takes place in late September, the grapes are dried on racks for a period of 3 to 4 months. During this time, the grapes lose water and concentrate sugars, thus acquiring a sweet and intense flavor. After drying, the grapes are crushed and the resulting must is fermented at a controlled temperature. Fermentation is stopped before all the sugars are transformed into alcohol, to maintain Recioto's characteristic sweet flavor. The aging of Recioto della Valpolicella DOCG Corte Giara takes place in French oak barrels for a period of about 18 months, during which the wine acquires additional aromas and complexity. The result is a sweet, rich and velvety wine with notes of ripe red fruit, plums, cherries and sweet spices. It is a perfect wine to pair with chocolate desserts, blue cheeses or to enjoy as a meditation wine.