{"product_id":"amarone-della-valpolicella-classico-riserva-docg-le-balze-2017-novaia","title":"Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG 'Le Balze' 2017 - Novaia","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG 'Le Balze' 2017 - Novaia?\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eAmarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG 'Le Balze' 2017 - Novaia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a powerful and refined red wine, made from a careful selection of \u003cstrong\u003eCorvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes, with small percentages of historical indigenous varieties from the area. It is born in the heart of Valpolicella Classica, in the \"Le Balze\" cru, a hillside area cultivated under \u003cstrong\u003eorganic farming practices\u003c\/strong\u003e, where exposure and altitude yield grapes of great aromatic complexity and structure. It is the flagship wine of the Novaia winery, a label that represents the perfect synthesis of tradition, elegance, and territorial identity.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n2017 was a year with a unique climate, featuring a hot summer balanced by cool nights that preserved the natural acidity of the grapes. The harvest, smaller in quantity, resulted in concentrated grapes rich in substance, perfect for the long appassimento phase that characterizes quality Amarone wines.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nAfter manual harvesting, the grapes are subjected to \u003cstrong\u003eappassimento\u003c\/strong\u003e (a slow dehydration process in drying rooms that concentrates sugars and aromas) for about 100 days. This is followed by fermentation in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak\u003c\/strong\u003e vats, where the must remains in contact with the skins to facilitate the extraction of color and aromatic compounds.\nAging then continues for \u003cstrong\u003e36 months in wooden barrels of various sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e, with further refinement in the bottle before commercialization, allowing the wine to reach its full harmony.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\nAmarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG 'Le Balze' 2017 - Novaia is a complex and intense wine, capable of combining strength and finesse.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nIt presents a \u003cstrong\u003edeep garnet red\u003c\/strong\u003e, rich in dark ruby reflections, a sign of maturity and concentration.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe aroma is broad and complex: hints of \u003cstrong\u003echerry in brandy, dried plum, and sweet spices\u003c\/strong\u003e emerge. With aeration, notes of cocoa, tobacco, and black pepper are revealed, testament to the wood aging and long evolution.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is full, velvety, and enveloping. The \u003cstrong\u003etannins\u003c\/strong\u003e (natural substances derived from the skins and wood that give structure) are mature and well-integrated. The balance between alcoholic sweetness, acidity, and sapidity makes the finish \u003cstrong\u003elong, persistent, and harmonious\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairings for Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG 'Le Balze' 2017 - Novaia\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis Amarone is perfect to accompany flavorful dishes and slow-cooked preparations.\nIdeal with:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebraised or stewed red meats;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eroasted game and aged cheeses;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etraditional Venetian dishes such as \"pastissada de caval.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nFor a more informal experience, it can also be enjoyed on its own, as a meditation wine, appreciating all its aromatic depth.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging: how to store Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG 'Le Balze' 2017 - Novaia\u003c\/h2\u003e\nAmarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG 'Le Balze' 2017 - Novaia is a wine designed for long-term aging. To preserve all its characteristics, it must be stored in a place with a constant temperature between \u003cstrong\u003e14 and 16°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, away from light and sudden temperature changes.\nThe bottle should be kept \u003cstrong\u003ehorizontally\u003c\/strong\u003e to keep the cork moist and ensure a perfect seal. If stored correctly, it can evolve positively for over 15 years, developing increasingly complex and nuanced aromas.","brand":"Novaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52414267883859,"sku":"A08-N007-2017-05","price":85.84,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/amarone-della-valpolicella-classico-riserva-docg-le-balze-2017-novaia.jpg?v=1764406328","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/amarone-della-valpolicella-classico-riserva-docg-le-balze-2017-novaia","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}