Tenuta Fraune Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC 2015

Wine Description for Tenuta Fraune Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC 2015 by Fidora

Colour & Appearance

Luminous ruby red with pronounced mahogany reflections at the rim – a visual testament to the beautiful maturity of this eight-year-old Valpolicella.

Nose

Wonderfully developed bouquet with mature fruit: plums, cranberries, dried figs and raisins dominate. Beneath lies a seductive tertiary aromatics of cedarwood, cinnamon, wood smoke and milk chocolate. The aromatic profile impressively demonstrates how Valpolicella Superiore gains complexity with time.

Palate

Elegant and harmonious: fine fruit sweetness meets mature, silky tannins and refreshing acidity. The structure is smooth without losing tension. A wine that practically calls for food pairing – particularly with dishes featuring fruity, spicy and savoury components.

Finish

Medium length with lingering dried fruit notes and a hint of spices. The acidity provides freshness through to the end.

Terroir & Origin

The grapes come from the hills of Illasi in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico zone. The vines are rooted in limestone soils at 220-300 metres altitude – ideal conditions for concentrated, mineral-driven wines with elegance.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Classic Valpolicella blend of 65% Corvina, 25% Corvinone and 10% Rondinella. The Superiore status demands longer ageing and higher alcohol content – this 2015 exemplifies how traditional Valpolicella rewards patience.

Food Pairing Recommendations

Excellent with parsnip gnocchi with spiced plum sauce and bacon, quail on lentils with balsamic onions or Pecorino with pickled figs and walnuts. Serve lightly chilled (16-18°C) in large Burgundy glasses.

Special Features

A prime example of aged Valpolicella Superiore – an underrated category that proves Amarone is not alone in its ageing potential. Fidora’s Tenuta Fraune shows perfect drinking maturity after eight years.