COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara
PRODUCER
Masi Agricola
REGION
Veneto
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Masi Bonacosta Valpolicella Classico 2023 is a red wine from the Valpolicella DOC Classico sub-region in Veneto, Italy, produced by Masi Agricola. The winery, established in 1772 and still family-run by the Boscaini family, is known for its dedication to traditional winemaking. The wine is made primarily from Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara grapes, grown in the hilly Valpolicella Classico zone on soils of red calcareous sediments on basalt. It is considered a classic of Veronese tradition, crafted in a contemporary style that emphasizes elegance and approachability.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€17
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Ernest Hemingway once described a similar Veronese red wine as 'a light, dry red wine, as friendly as the house of a favourite brother.'
Fact 02
Masi is recognized for its commitment to eco-conscious viticulture and sustainability.
Fact 03
The blend features Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara, classic grapes of the Valpolicella region.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Masi Bonacosta Valpolicella Classico begins with the separate harvesting of its constituent grape varietals: Molinara and Rondinella in mid-September, followed by Corvina. Fermentation takes place at 25-28°C with selected yeasts, featuring distinct skin contact periods for Corvina (sixteen days) and other grapes (ten days), totaling twenty days of fermentation. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for six months, predominantly in large Slavonian oak barrels. A portion of the Corvina component is aged in small new Allier and Slavonian oak casks. Masi Agricola is recognized for its commitment to eco-conscious viticulture and sustainability.
