COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Oseleta
PRODUCER
Musella
REGION
Veneto
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Musella Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva 2017 is a distinguished Italian red wine from the Veneto region, produced by Musella. The estate, located near Verona, has a long history and has been practicing biodynamic farming since 2009. This approach aligns with their philosophy of enhancing the typicality of local grape varieties. The wine is made from a blend of Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, and Oseleta, utilizing the traditional appassimento method of drying grapes to concentrate their essence. Musella's commitment to natural winemaking is further highlighted by their inclusion in the Triple 'A' collective of winemakers.
ALCOHOL
16.0%
AVG. PRICE
€50
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes are dried to 35% of their original weight.
Fact 02
Musella has been biodynamically farming since 2009.
Fact 03
The estate is part of the Triple 'A' winemakers' collective.
Fact 04
Vine age averages around 20 years.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Musella Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva 2017 begins with hand-harvested grapes that undergo the appassimento process, drying to concentrate their sugars and flavors. Following this, soft pressing occurs in January, and fermentation takes place at low temperatures (13-17°C) with long maceration to maximize fruit extraction. The wine is then aged for 24 months in a combination of French oak tonneaux and larger barrels. Further aging occurs for at least one year in bottle before the wine is released. Musella practices biodynamic farming, with a focus on natural winemaking methods.
