Is Bardolino a good wine?

Bardolino Cru “I would say this that everyday, affordable Burgundy is not so easy to find anymore,” says Stewart, “So those who like a wine that has freshness, mild tannin, bright red fruit, and decent acidity, then Bardolino is a good choice.”

What does Bardolino wine taste like?

Bardolino Chiaretto is much more interesting, an irresistible pink wine known for the delicacy of its aromas reminiscent of strawberries, berries and grapefruit and its intriguing saltiness.

What grape is Bardolino wine?

It takes its name from the town Bardolino on the shores of Lake Garda and was awarded Denominazione di origine controllata (DOC) status in 1968. The blend of grapes used to produce the wine includes Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara. Up to 15% of the blend may include Rossignola, Barbera, Sangiovese and/or Garganega.

Is Bardolino a sweet wine?

Bardolino has long been made slightly sweet and sold cheap in Italian supermarkets and to summer tourists on the lake.

What is the difference between Bardolino and Valpolicella?

The areas in which Valpolicella is produced contain volcanic soil, while the grapes used for Bardolino production are grown in soil containing clay and limestone. There are several types of Bardolino and Valpolicella wines.

How much does Bardolino wine cost?

Very light bodied, but flavors are present and accurately reflect the Corvina varietal. Not particularly memorable, but not bad for $8.00.

What wine is similar to Bardolino?

The Valpolicella Wine The grape varieties used to produce Valpolicella are similar to those used for Bardolino. However, Corniva grapes are the most influential in the constitution of the wine, taking up between 60 and 80 percent of the blend. Coming second is Rondinella with between 20 and 30 percent of the total.

What wine is similar to Valpolicella?

The 8 Major Italian Red Wines

• Sangiovese.
• Montepulciano (the grape)
• Barbera.
• Nero d’Avola.
• Primitivo (aka Zinfandel)
• Valpolicella Blends.
• Dolcetto.
• Nebbiolo.

What is the best selling wine in Italy?

Our Top 25 Best-Selling Italian Wines

• Tuscany18.
• Prosecco2.
• Campania1.
• Emilia-Romagna1.
• Friuli-Venezia Giulia1.
• Piedmont1.
• Puglia1.
• Sardinia1.

What is Chianti similar to?

Wines similar to Chianti

• Barbera. If you love Chianti, then Barbera is a great wine to try.
• Brunello di Montalcino.
• Merlot.
• Morellino di Scansano.
• Shiraz.
• Tempranillo.
• Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
• Zweigelt.