About This Wine:
The Nicolis Family Winery was established in 1951 by Angelo Nicolis and his wife Natalia. Today, the winery is run by 3 of their sons, each adding to the company in his particular area of expertise. Giancarlo takes care of the vineyards and guarantees the grapes quality, Giuseppe is the oenologist who is responsible for the winemaking and assures the wines authenticity, Massimo handles the marketing for the domestic and foreign markets.
APPELLATION: Valpolicella Classico D.O.C.
VARIETALS: 60 % Corvina, 20 % Rondinella, 15 % Molinara, 5 % Sangiovese
VINEYARD: 20 hectares of low rolling hills.
VINIFICATION: Maceration for 12 days, with the grapes skins left intact. Aged in oak barrels and then in bottle for at least 6 months.
What Does It Taste Like?Valpolicella Classico has a medium ruby red color that shifts to a
garnet red with aging. The nose is delicate, reminiscent of bitter
almonds. It is a dry wine with medium body and a harmonious taste.
Great for an entire meal, it pairs very well with first course dishes
as well as with roasted white meats.
