2023 Mabis Originale Rosso Neropasso

The Biscardo Family have been making wine from their base in Soave for over 150 years and are currently led by brothers Maurizio and Martino. Their wines from Puglia and the Veneto wines are characterised by an irresistible drinkability, aromatic purity and value for money.

Made from Corvinone 40% and Corvina 30% (others 30%) soils for this wine vary considerably, adding to the complexity of the wine. Brown and red soil on silts, loam rocks formed from the Cretaceous period, compact red soil on basalt and compact red soil on Eocene limestone. Each valley gives different qualities to the wine. Ripe and healthy grapes are selected at the time of the hand picking. The grapes are laid out in large perforated plastic boxes, to ensure excellent ventilation. The boxes are stacked in the fruttaio, a large airy room and the grapes are periodically monitored so that the Appassimento process takes place. A selection of the grapes are slightly wilted before the soft pressing. The wine is then aged partly in steel tanks and partly in Tonneaux.

Tasting note: Intense ruby red turning to garnet with ageing. Bouquet is spicy with hints of cherry, black cherry and plum compote. A velvety palate, persistent, with soft tannins at the end.

Food match: Recommended with pasta or fresh and aged cheeses.