Paolo Leo Millefiori Appassimento

Corvina/Merlot
Italy Veneto

A great alternative to Amarone, perfect for everyday drinking, made from Corvina and Merlot grapes carefully selected from low-yielding vineyards located in Veneto.

Approximately 60% of the picked grapes are placed in small wooden crates of 5 kg each. The crates are then placed in the “fruttaio,” a well aerated loft, and are left there to dry at a controlled temperature and humidity until December. During this “appassimento” the grapes will lose up to 50% of their original weight in water, thus concentrating their color, substance and aromas.

Lovely ruby-red colour and a bouquet reminiscent of cherries, raspberries, prunes and redcurrant. The palate is warm, full, soft and round with awesome spiciness and an incredibly long and lingering finish. It is a perfect match with hard cheese or simply on its own while sitting in front of a warm fire.

£12.99