Begali – Tigolo 2006
| Producer: |
Begali |
| Wine: |
Tigolo 2006 |
| Grape Variety: |
45% Corvina, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Rondinella, 5% Merlot |
| Production Zone: |
Cengia (Valpolicella) |
| Altitude: |
250 feet above sea level |
| Surface Area/Yield: |
17 acres (total surface)/ 1 ton per acre |
| Exposure: |
South East |
| Soil: |
Chalky, pebbly and limestone |
| Vinification & Aging: |
Following harvest in the end of September, the grapes were pressed and transferred into stainless steel tanks where fermentation and maceration took 2 weeks, then, the wine went to be aged in French oak barrels for 18 months. The wine was bottled and aged for an additional 6 months prior to release. |
| Production: |
200 cases |
| Alcohol: |
14.5% |
| Description: |
Dark garnet in color. Aromas of figs and wild berries. Subtle on the palate yet intriguing with its harmonious balance and great finish. |
| Food Pairing: |
Pasta, meat and cheese. |
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