Producer | Giuseppe Quintarelli |
Country | Italy |
Region | Veneto |
Varietal | Proprietary Red |
Vintage | 2014 |
Sku | 5149 |
Size | 750ml |
The bouquet on the 2014 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ca' del Merlo is stunning with peppery herbs and florals evolving into a mix of crushed blackberries and clove. It?s silky and elegant in feel washing a pure mix of wild berry fruits and sweet spices across the palate all nicely framed by mineral-tinged acids. Violet florals resonate throughout the long and slightly smoky finish as this tapers off long and fresh with a tart twang. The 2014 Ca del Merlo trades power for grace and does so with style. It?s a blend of 80% traditional Valpolicella grapes along with 20% Cabernet and Merlot. This is an understated beauty. - By Eric Guido on January 2022
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