“Maternigo” Valpolicella Superiore DOC 2021

Tedeschi | Veneto
Agricola F.lli Tedeschi s.r.l. | Via G. Verdi | IT 4/A | IT 37029 Pedemonte

03183121 · 0,75 l · 30,67 €/lavailable immediately

The name means "motherland" – and the Tedeschi family has indeed found a special spot of land with the 84-hectare vineyard between Tregnago and Mezzane di Sotto, which they acquired in 2006. Extensive soil mapping identified real crus here, including the Impervio vineyard – named after its impassable steep slope at an altitude of 400 metres. White and yellow limestone marl of moraine origin characterise the terroir and give the wine its characteristic freshness. Corvina (40%), Corvinone (30%) and Rondinella (30%) are harvested overripe in mid to late October and fermented as whole bunches – a conscious decision for structure and depth of flavour. After 20 days of maceration, the wine matures for 18 months in Slavonian oak and a further six months in the bottle.

Intense ruby red in the glass. The nose reveals black cherry, redcurrant and plum, underpinned by mineral and spicy notes. Structured and round on the palate, with present acidity and fine tannins. A Valpolicella Superiore that touches on the complexity of an Amarone without its opulence – perfect with barbecues or spicy matured cheese. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby red colour with a dense, dark core. Complex on the nose, aromas of red berries paired with nuances of herbs, reminiscent of juniper and thyme. Surprisingly full-bodied on the palate with lively acidity and a clean mouthfeel." Falstaff

"A sanguine red, with iron, game and smoke notes on the nose that transition to underscore the palate's bright red currant and cherry fruit flavors. This is medium-bodied and fresh, with a plush quality as well as a touch of tension imparted by the chalky tannins." Wine Spectator

"Aromas of thyme, dried flowers, red fruit, subtle ground coffee and pepper. The palate is medium- to full-bodied with silky tannins and a very lovely, seductive and balanced core of fruit. A really enjoyable red." James Suckling

"The 2021 Valpolicella Superiore Maternigo slowly evolves with a bouquet of dusty rose, cedar spice box and dried strawberries. It is round in feel with crisp wild berry fruits and crunchy mineral tones to balance. A bump of juicy acidity maintains fantastic energy. Pleasantly tart and exceptionally long, it leaves peppery florals and a tart raspberry twang to fade slowly. Very nice." Vinous