Serego Alighieri, Possessioni Rosso

Country: Italy Region: Verona

Varietal: Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara

Colour: Red  Style: Dry 

Producer: Serègo Alighieri

Description:
The history of this beautiful Italian Wine Estate dates back to as early as 1353. During this year, this majestic Tenuta Estate came under the control of Pietro Alighieri, the son of Dante the Poet. Known for its extremely high quality vineyards is located right in the center of the Valpolicella Classica district, a short distance from Verona. Lake Garda flows through this historic estate.

Since 1353, the Serego Alighieri Counts, descendants of the poet Dante, have cultivated their estates in the Valpolicella Classica area. Light aging in cherry wood barrels gives this full-bodied, fruity, and spicy red wine its unmistakable personality. An elegant wine with a wide range of pairings.

Tasting Note:
Colour: Bright ruby red.
Smell: Typical cherry, with light spicy notes of cinnamon.
Palate: Structured, with good acidity, intense aromas of ripe cherry. A long finish with hints of resinous wood.

Food Matches: “Possessioni” is the ideal wine to accompany both traditional local dishes, from fresh pasta to risotto, as well as tasty vegetarian recipes, meat and fish paella, roast beef or speck with potatoes, and medium-aged cheeses.