2018 Tedeschi Monte Olmi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva

The Monte Olmi is made with Corvina (30%), Corvinone (30%), Rondinella (30%), Molinara, Rossignola, Oseleta, Negrara, Dindarella, Croatina, and Forselina (10%) and is aged for 24-36 months in Slovenian oak barrels. The 2.5-hectare vineyard is 20 years old and bears the name Monte Olmi. It is located near Pedemonte di Valpolicella, in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico region. The Riserva is only produced in the best years, such as 2018.

The grapes are harvested by hand in late September/early October. They are then dried for about four months under controlled temperatures and humidity. This process causes the grapes to lose approximately 30 to 40% of their weight. The grapes are then gently pressed, and fermentation begins. This fermentation takes place at a low temperature of around 15ºC and lasts for about two months. The wine is then aged in Slovenian oak barriques for two to three years. After bottling, the bottles are placed in the estate's cellars for further aging for another six months before being sold.

The Tedeschi Capitel Monte Olmi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva is a beautiful, intense ruby-red wine with hints of cherry, raspberry, currant, and Slovenian oak. The palate is full and robust, with good structure and confirms the aromas. The finish is long. This wine has earned three red glasses in the Gambero Rosso for years, the highest rating!

The Tedeschi family is considered one of the godfathers of Amarone. They have been producing wines since 1630. Renzo Tedeschi is a prominent winemaker and ranks among the top international winemakers. Despite all this, it remains a true family business, as their children, Antoinette, Sabrina, and Riccardo, have now also joined the company.