| Brand | Giuseppe Quintarelli |
| Appellation | Veneto, Italy |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Oak Treatment | French and Slavonian oak |
| Aging | more than 20 months |
| Total Varietal Composition % | Cabernet franc 40 %, Cabernet sauvignon 40 %, Merlot 20 % |
Product details
Giuseppe Quintarelli Alzero Cabernet 2015 is a rare and highly sought-after masterpiece from one of Italy's most revered winemakers. Like Quintarelli's famous Amarones, Alzero is crafted using the appassimento method, where grapes are carefully harvested and left to dry until mid-December, intensifying the flavors. The blend consists of 40% Cabernet Franc, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Merlot, giving it a unique identity that sets it apart from typical Bordeaux or Super Tuscan wines. This wine undergoes an extended aging process, spending two to three years in French oak and an additional four years in large Slavonian oak casks, creating a wine of immense complexity and depth.
Alzero’s vinification is as meticulous as its aging process. The grapes, selected with precision at the end of August, are dried on rush mats or in wooden boxes before being pressed in mid-December. Following a 20-day maceration, indigenous yeasts initiate a slow, 50-day fermentation, which continues during the years of barrel aging. The result is an extraordinary wine that reflects Quintarelli's "tradition-or-die" philosophy, delivering layers of concentrated fruit, earthy nuances, and a rich, structured body. Alzero is a bold yet elegant wine, showcasing the dedication and uncompromising quality that define Quintarelli's iconic legacy.
ABV:16.5%
