COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
PRODUCER
Massimago S.S.Agr.
REGION
Veneto
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Massimago Valpolicella DOC 2018 is produced by Massimago S.S.Agr. in the Veneto region of Italy, specifically in Mezzane di Sotto. The wine is a blend of Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella, with the 2018 vintage featuring approximately 60-65% Corvina, 30% Corvinone, and 5% Rondinella. The winery is notable for its commitment to organic and sustainable farming practices, with Camilla Rossi-Chauvenet being recognized as one of the first female winemakers in the Valpolicella appellation to champion these methods. The estate's philosophy emphasizes biodiversity and minimal environmental impact, including significant reliance on solar energy.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€21
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Massimago means 'highest level of well-being'.
Fact 02
The winery is 100% organic.
Fact 03
80% of the estate's electricity is solar-powered.
Fact 04
Camilla Rossi-Chauvenet is a pioneer female winemaker in Valpolicella.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Massimago Valpolicella DOC 2018 is crafted using a blend of Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella grapes. The winemaking process begins with hand-harvested grapes, followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks to maintain fruit purity. A maceration period of around 10 days is employed, and the wine undergoes a second fermentation using Amarone grape skins, a technique known as Ripasso. Following this, the wine is aged for twelve months in small French oak barrels. The winery operates under a strict organic farming philosophy, prioritizing sustainability, biodiversity, and the use of renewable energy sources like solar power.
