Valpolicella

Styles

Principal grape varieties

Terroir

• Soils formed from three distinct matrices: calcareo-dolomitic rocks, basalts, and morenic and fluvial deposits of volcanic origin.
• Mild and relatively dry climate due to the sheltering effect of the Lessini mountains to the north, the proximity of Lake Garda, and the south-facing exposure of the slopes.
• Average annual rainfall ranging between 850 and 1,000 mm, with peaks concentrated in winter.
• The zone extends across a series of hilly valleys that trace the shape of 'a hand' between Lake Garda and the border with the province of Vicenza.

• Deep ruby color, vinous bouquet with notes of bitter almonds, dry or velvety palate, with a pleasantly bitter and savory finish. (via Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0)
• Minimum natural alcohol level set at 10°, with a tolerance of half a degree, for grapes destined for vinification. (via Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0)

• Calcareo-dolomitic, basaltic, and morenic soils modulate the vine's water supply at every stage, from canopy development through to ripening.

Facts drawn from the cahier's terroir-link section (Lien au terroir) by automatic interpretation — see the source.

Sources

• eAmbrosia register (EU) — File number PDO-IT-A0442
• Official trade body site — Consorzio Tutela Vini Valpolicella