'Alzero' Quintarelli

Veneto IGT • Veneto • Quintarelli Giuseppe
Category
Red Wines
Region
Veneto
Denomination
Veneto IGT
Alcohol
16.5%
Vinification
Spontaneous alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts, use of grapes dried in 'fruttai'
Aging
3 years in French oak barrels and 3 years in Slavonian oak barrels
Grape varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon 40%, Cabernet Franc 40%, Merlot 20%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Produced in Veneto, this wine reflects a genuine sense of place. With 16.5% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon 40%, Cabernet Franc 40%, Merlot 20%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards vines aged about 30 years on limestone soils rich in basalt. Vinification: spontaneous alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts, use of grapes dried in 'fruttai'. The wine is aged 3 years in French oak barrels and 3 years in Slavonian oak barrels. A wine embodying Veneto's winemaking heritage with fresh acidity and food-friendly character.

Food Pairings

Braised lamb with herbs
Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
Wild mushroom risotto
Grilled red meats and game
Mature pecorino cheese

About Veneto Wine Region

Veneto masterfully balances tradition and innovation, producing everything from powerful Amarone to crisp Soave.

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