Tempus - Stefano Accordini

Tempus - Stefano AccordiniThe Tempus by Stefano Accordini from Veneto offers a bright, purple-red color in the glass. This Stefano Accordini red wine reveals all kinds of plums, morello cherries, black cherries and prunes on the nose. As if that wasn't already impressive, the ageing in large wooden barrels adds further aromas such as oriental spices, black tea and dark chocolate. This wine impresses with its elegantly dry taste. It was bottled with just 2.2 grams of residual sugar. This is a genuine quality wine that clearly stands out from simpler qualities and so this Italian naturally delights with the finest balance despite its dryness. Aroma does not necessarily need a lot of sugar. On the tongue, this balanced red wine is characterized by an incredibly silky and velvety texture. Thanks to its moderate fruit acidity, Tempus flatters with a pleasing mouthfeel without lacking in juicy liveliness. On the finish, this youthful red wine from the Veneto wine-growing region impresses with its considerable length. There are again hints of plum and morello cherry. Vinification of the Stefano Accordini Tempus The balanced Tempus from Italy is a cuvée made from the Corvina and Merlot grape varieties. The grapes for this red wine from Italy are harvested exclusively by hand after optimal ripeness has been ensured. After harvesting, the grapes are immediately taken to the press house. Here they are sorted and carefully crushed. This is followed by fermentation in large oak barrels at controlled temperatures. At the end of this process, the Tempus is aged for a further 6 months in French oak barrels. Dining recommendations for Stefano Accordini Tempus This red wine from Italy should ideally be served at a temperature of 15 - 18°C with cabbage roulades, cod with cucumber and mustard vegetables or vegetable stew with pesto.