Velarino is part of the Italian family business Botter. This winery was founded in 1928 by Carlo Botter in the village of Fossalta di Piave, near Venice. In 1993, they decided to expand their portfolio with vineyards in all of Italy's major regions, including Salento, where the wines for Velarino are vinified. These vineyards have reached considerable age, resulting in unique grapes with exquisite characteristics. Furthermore, the grapes benefit from a perfect warm climate, resulting in full-bodied wines with fruity notes.
The Malvasia grapes are carefully harvested when fully ripe. After harvesting, they are immediately transported to the winery where they are destemmed and crushed. This is followed by fermentation, which takes about 8 to 10 days at a controlled temperature. Malolactic fermentation then takes place in stainless steel tanks. Finally, the wine is aged in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures.
The result is a dark red wine with a delightful aroma of spicy notes and fruity hints of plum and cherry. The flavor begins softly and is balanced by its freshness. A robust flavor with a pleasantly full finish. This wine is perfect with soups, risotto, and white meat dishes.
