Granato Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT 2019 3000ml Doppel-Magnum

Wine Description for Granato Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT 2019 3000ml Double Magnum by Foradori

Colour & Appearance

Deep purple-red with violet reflections and a profound, almost black core – a wine of impressive visual intensity.

Nose

Expansive and complex, the 2019 Granato presents itself with a kaleidoscope of dark fruits: blackberries, mulberries, elderberries and black cherries merge with dried plums, black pepper and juniper berries. The floral notes characteristic of Teroldego unfold after generous aeration – the wine is best decanted generously into a carafe, ideally the day before drinking.

Palate

Silky and velvety, this wine envelops the palate and impressively demonstrates why Foradori is regarded as the reference point for the Teroldego variety. The extract-rich fruit combines elegantly with noble tannins and an aristocratic acidity structure. The Granato masterfully oscillates between dark-fruited opulence and delicate finesse – a balancing act achieved by only a few wines.

Finish

Majestic in length, carried by precise acidity and fine-grained tannins that resonate for minutes to come.

Terroir & Origin

The Campo Rotaliano, a geological peculiarity in the Adige Valley between two mountain ridges, provides the foundation for this extraordinary wine. The Noce river has deposited limestone, granite and porphyry debris over centuries – an alluvial soil of gravel and pebbles that gives the Granato its distinctive concentration and minerality.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Old pergola training systems spread across approximately four hectares in three vineyard sites provide the grapes for this top-tier wine. Spontaneous fermentation in large open vats, followed by 15 months of ageing in tonneau and a further 15 months of bottle maturation. Annual production stands at approximately 20,000 bottles.

Food Pairing Recommendations

This powerful wine demands equally characterful dishes: hare in blood sauce, braised eel in red wine with bacon or venison roast with dark braising sauce and red cabbage are ideal companions.

Special Features

The name Granato refers to the pomegranate – a symbol of concentration and Mediterranean origin. The wine benefits from at least five years of bottle maturation before it reaches its full potential. The double magnum bottle with 3 litres of content guarantees optimal ageing conditions.