Valpolicella DOC Classico Superiore “Persegà” is made from Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes which are carefully selected and handpicked in early October from vines in the Valpolicella Classico area in the town of Marano di Valpolicella. “Persegà” vineyard is located at 250 metres above sea level and covers 1.2 hectares. The soil is clay and lime. In “Persegà” vineyard Antolini Brothers don’t select grapes for Amarone but they use all of them to produce Valpolicella Superiore so immediately after being picked the grapes are pressed and fermented for 7/10 days in steel containers in an automatically controlled temperature. After the vinification has finished the wine is left to age in old oak barrels for 12 months then bottled. Every year they produce 6000/7000 bottles of Valpolicella DOC Classico Superiore“Persegà” which are sold using Burgundy bottles of 750 ml, sealed with a natural cork. Valpolicella DOC Classico Superiore “Persegà” has a ruby red colour and a complex aroma of red fruits, such as raspberry, plum and morello cherry evolves into a spicier bouquet of vanilla and cloves. It has a crisp, tannin flavour coats the palate in a gentle warmth. The recommended serving temperature is 18° C and it can be served with rich first courses, roast meats, game and mature cheese.
