LiQuery - Quintarelli Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2015

QUINTARELLI VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO SUPERIORE 2015

Item:	986117
Size:	750 mL (25.4 oz)
Type:	2015 VINTAGES
Release Date:	2022-11-03
Producer:	Quintarelli Guiseppe
Location:	Italy - Veneto
Price:	$155.00 Price History
Style:	Red Wine Full-bodied & Smooth
Alcohol:	12.6%
Varietal:	Corvina Blend
Sugar Code:	XD (4.0 g/L)
Rating:	93
Total Inventory:	8 vs. on
Cellar:	2030

Description
On January 15, 2012, the wine world lost one of its greatest artisans when Giuseppe Quintarelli passed away at the age of 84. He was a universally revered, iconic force in winemaking, and his wine-ageing regimen was among the most rigorous anywhere. He would not release a wine until it was ready, even if this meant waiting 10 years. For fans of Veneto wines, his were must-have expressions. His daughter Fiorenza, his son-in-law Giampaolo and his grandsons Francesco and Lorenzo now oversee production and continue his practice of extended ageing, ensuring the legacy of Quintarelli.

Description

On January 15, 2012, the wine world lost one of its greatest artisans when Giuseppe Quintarelli passed away at the age of 84. He was a universally revered, iconic force in winemaking, and his wine-ageing regimen was among the most rigorous anywhere. He would not release a wine until it was ready, even if this meant waiting 10 years. For fans of Veneto wines, his were must-have expressions. His daughter Fiorenza, his son-in-law Giampaolo and his grandsons Francesco and Lorenzo now oversee production and continue his practice of extended ageing, ensuring the legacy of Quintarelli.

Tasting Notes
The Quintarelli name is synonymous with an uncompromising dedication to the craft of fine winemaking. The epitome of a careful ageing regimen, these highly sought-after wines posses an elegance and purity that puts them in a class all their own. This one has ripe dark fruit, berries, earth and spice and will continue to evolve and intrigue for another 15 years or more.