Vigneti Ettore Valpolicella Classico, 2020 El Dorado County so this is a gem

so this is a gem in its ability to show the region without the heavy hand

The high proportion of Altesse and the presence of Mondeuse is unusual in a Montagnieu sparkling--most are Chardonnay-heavy--this is indicative of Peillot's emphasis on these two local varieties in his wines

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Vinification: Grapes are 100% destemmed

Vigneti Ettore Valpolicella Classico, 2020 El Dorado County so this is a gemBlack cherry, blackberries, violets. Tar, black currant, purple flowers, forest floor. The Estate was established in 1930, but wines did not start being vinified here until 2011. Planted with all indigenous varieties, this is a small family venture in producing the classic Valpolicella wines fresh, vibrant with a light hand in the cellar. 35% Corvina 30% Corvinone 25% Rondinella 5% Dindarella 5% Molinara. Fermented and aged in Stainless Steel.