Oratorio San Lorenzo COLLI BERICI 2016 D.O.C. CARMENERE RESERVE

Oratorio San Lorenzo Colli Berici D.O.C. Carmenere Riserva 2016

Oratorio San Lorenzo by Inama is a red wine of great personality, an authentic expression of Carmenere in the Colli Berici. This label tells a precise and recognizable project, capable of uniting maturity, aromatic depth, and structure, with an elegant and contemporary style. It is a wine designed for those seeking an important bottle, rich in character and consistent with a territory that enhances the grape variety in an original and distinctive way.

Territory and wine style

The area of the Oratorio di San Lorenzo is located in a small valley immersed in the nature of the Colli Berici, where the microclimate decisively contributes to the wine's identity. The influence of the surrounding forest, together with the temperature fluctuations between day and evening, promotes complete ripening of the grapes and good preservation of freshness. Oratorio San Lorenzo Colli Berici D.O.C. Carmenere Riserva 2016 is born from a selection of the best parcels and represents one of the most interesting interpretations of Carmenere in Italy, with a style that is rich, deep, and at the same time balanced.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents a typical profile of an intense and mature red, capable of offering concentration and momentum. On the nose, sensations of small dark berries, cocoa, pepper, and spices emerge, in a dense and enveloping ensemble. On the palate, the wine shows authority, softness, and roundness, supported by a freshness that avoids any excess heaviness. The texture is broad, with a persistent finish and a decidedly gastronomic imprint, suitable for those who love structured yet approachable reds.

Recommended pairings

Oratorio San Lorenzo pairs well with grilled red meats, braised dishes, roasts, game, and flavorful preparations of traditional cuisine. It is also excellent with stews, lamb, and aged cheeses, finding a good balance with rich and structured dishes. Its spicy component and the softness of the sip make it ideal also with mushroom-based recipes or with important second courses of full flavor.

Serving temperature

Serve Oratorio San Lorenzo Colli Berici D.O.C. Carmenere Riserva 2016 at a temperature of 16-18 °C. If possible, it is advisable to open it a little in advance to enhance the expression of the bouquet and further soften the aromatic profile. A complex preparation is not necessary, but a few minutes of oxygenation can help the wine express its depth better.

Why buy it

This wine represents a choice of great charm for those wishing to purchase an Italian red with an authoritative and recognizable profile. Inama signs a label that enhances Carmenere in the Colli Berici with coherence, precision, and territorial identity. It is a bottle capable of standing out at the table and in the cellar, ideal for those seeking an important wine to gift, to collect, or to bring on special dinner occasions.