Alpha Zeta V Valpolicella
A bright red wine bursting with fresh cherry fruit and soft, juicy tannins
Alpha Zeta `V` Valpolicella from Italy is a vibrant, dry Red wine crafted from Corvina, Rondinella, and Corvinone grapes. Hand-harvested and fermented in stainless steel tanks with malolactic fermentation, this wine showcases a bright, youthful ruby colour. It offers an inviting cherry perfume, leading to a palate bursting with fresh, ripe cherry pie characteristics. Soft, rounded, and juicy tannins provide a lovely body, culminating in a persistent fruity finish. This versatile wine is perfect with a range of dishes, from pasta to poultry, and is certified vegan and vegetarian.
75.0CL , 12.5% ABV , Vintage: 2023
Vinification
The grapes were hand harvested, de-stemmed, crushed and pumped to stainless steel tanks. The must was left in contact with the skins for eight days, then fermentation took place at temperatures between 22-28 °C. Malolactic fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks. Then the wine was transferred in concrete tanks for final filtration and held there until bottling.
Flavour profile
This Valpolicella offers a bright, youthful ruby hue with an inviting cherry perfume. On the palate, expect fresh, ripe cherry pie characteristics, supported by soft, rounded, and juicy tannins that lead to a persistent fruity finish.
Serving recommendation
Serve at 12-14°C; decanting is not essential but can enhance its bright fruit aromas.