Collina 2019

Description of the Dalla Valle Winery

Located in California's elegant Napa Valley, Domaine Dalla Valle is famous for its exceptional wines that capture the essence of their terroir. Founded with a passionate vision of creating superior wines, Dalla Valle has distinguished itself through its dedication to cultivating noble grape varieties, notably through its Collina vintage. Meticulous attention to sustainable viticulture and precise winemaking underscores the estate's commitment to excellence.

Description of the Cuvée Dalla Valle Collina

The Cuvée Dalla Valle Collina embodies the richness and diversity of the Dalla Valle vineyard. This cuvée is designed to reflect an approachable style while maintaining remarkable quality, providing an enticing introduction to the estate's wines. Produced from a careful selection of grapes, Collina is a testament to the harmony between the unique terroir of Napa Valley and the careful craftsmanship of Dalla Valle.

Aromas of the Cuvée

This cuvée reveals a vibrant aromatic profile, with notes of fresh red fruits, flowers and sweet spices, complemented by a light touch of oak. Aromas of cherry, raspberry and vanilla blend to create a rich and inviting olfactory experience.

Characteristics of the Cuvée

• Grape variety: Blend of noble grape varieties
• Profile: A balanced and expressive wine, characterized by its freshness, its supple tannins and an elegant finish. La Collina is appreciated for its immediate drinkability as well as its ability to evolve pleasantly with a little aging.
• Aging Potential: Although this vintage is delicious now, it also has aging potential that will allow the flavors to develop and enrich over time.

Pairings with this Cuvée

Dalla Valle Collina pairs perfectly with a wide variety of dishes, from light grilled meats to pastas in rich sauces and medium-aged cheeses. Its versatility makes it an excellent choice for any occasion, from casual dinners to celebratory moments.

In the United States, 90% of the wine produced comes from California. It was the influx of gold prospectors to California that boosted the California wine industry in the mid-19th century, particularly in the Sonoma and Napa region. At the start of the 20th century, there were 800 wineries. From 1919 to 1933 Prohibition destroyed the vast majority of the California wine industry so that by 1933, only 140 wineries remained producing wine. It was only from 1960 that the wine industry began to recover from Prohibition and California was primarily known for the production of fortified wines (in the style of Port). It was also in the 1960s that some of the most famous estates were created (Mondavi, Heitz Wine Cellars, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, etc...). In 1976, a significant event took place: the legendary tasting competition better known as the "Judgment of Paris". He sees the greatest French wines opposing the new American wines. This May 24, an unexpected result shakes the world of wine, since to everyone's surprise, it is the United States which wins. However, this competition remains relatively unknown to the general public. Today, there is no doubt that the United States produces great wines. Even though California largely monopolizes the reputation of American wines with its excellent Zinfandels, the state of Oregon produces some of the best Pinot Noir in the world and the state of Washington offers excellent Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon.