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Valpolicella DOC

Gently sloping hills blanketed in vineyards and olive and cherry trees are home to Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella grapes destined for original and singular rich red wines that can be paired with almost anything.

Valpolicella received DOC status in 1968, when the growing area was mapped out and guidelines were set, assuring the highest of quality. Balerin’s Valpolicella DOC is grown in the sought-after area of Valpolicella Classico in strictly organically cultivated vineyards.

Body
Acidity
Tannis
Fruit
Florality
Spice

Most recent awards

  • 2019JAMES SUCKLING90
Grape VarietiesCorvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
Fermentation containerStainless steel
Type of yeastSelected yeast
Malolactic fermentationYes
Aging containersStainless steel
Aging before bottling10 months
Aging in bottle2 months
OrganicYes
Vineyard locationValpolicella Classica
Vine trainingGuyot and Pergola Veronese
Altitude250-400 meters above sea level
Vine density3,300 vines per hectare
ExposureSouth/Southeast
Age of vines15-40 years old
Time of harvestLate September
Tasting notesRuby red, with aromas of black cherry, flowers and spice
Serving temperatureBest served at 16-18 °C (60.8-64.4 °F)
Food pairingsIdeal with starters, soups, pasta, risotto and white meat
Alcohol12 % ABV