Ca del Merlo Rosso Quintarelli 2008
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Ca del Merlo Rosso Quintarelli 2008
HED53591
75 cl
15%
£90.00
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The Ca del Merlo Rosso Quintarelli 2008 is a Veneto IGT blend, crafted by the renowned Giuseppe Quintarelli winery. This vintage comprises primarily Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella, along with smaller proportions of Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese. The fruit is sourced from vineyards situated on limestone and basalt soils. Following primary fermentation, the wine is aged for several years in large Slavonian oak barrels. With an alcohol content around 15% ABV, it exhibits dark fruit characteristics, earthy undertones and a structured palate intended for prolonged ageing.
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Quintarelli Giuseppe
The Godfather of Veneto
The Quintarelli estate in the northern Veronese village of Negrar dates back to 1924 and was founded by Bepe’s father, Silvio. Bepe himself took over in the 1950s, orchestrating a quality revolution through his meticulous work in the vineyard and his uncompromising practices in the cellar. The result was wines of such hedonistic deliciousness that they became some of the most sought-after in Italy; those made before Bepe’s death in 2012 especially so.At the still family-run estate, Bepe’s legacy continues through his daughter, Fiorenza, along with her husband, Giampaolo, and their children. The core range of wines are those made in the appassimiento style (ie, with partially sun-dried grapes): the Valpolicella Superiore, Amarone, Rosso del Bepi (essentially an Amarone, but released instead of the Amarone in ‘lesser’ vintages) and Recioto. The Amarone, only released in exceptional years, is matured for fully seven years in old Slavonian oak before release. An Amarone Riserva sees 10 years.
