Molinara

**Molinara** is a red grape from the Veneto region of north-east Italy, known chiefly as a supporting player in the wines of the Valpolicella area. Its name is linked to the dusty, floury bloom on its ripe berries. **In the glass** — it is light in colour and body, giving fresh red-fruit and cranberry notes with a savoury, slightly saline lift. High acidity and gentle tannins make it more about brightness than power. **Where it grows** — it is a traditional component of Valpolicella and Bardolino blends, alongside Corvina and Rondinella, where it adds acidity and freshness. Its role has diminished over time as growers favour the more concentrated Corvina, but it remains part of the classic recipe. **At the table** — good with lighter meat dishes, charcuterie and tomato-based pasta. **Cellaring** — best enjoyed young, as its charm lies in freshness rather than aging potential.

Wines

• Acinatico Amarone della Valpolicella Classico — Stefano Accordini
• Altarol — Corte Figaretto
• Amarone della Valpolicella — Mastia
• Amarone della Valpolicella — Cadis
• Amarone della Valpolicella — Montresor
• Amarone della Valpolicella — Alessandro Berselli
• Amarone della Valpolicella — Farina
• Amarone della Valpolicella Classico — Farina
• Amarone della Valpolicella Classico — Benazzoli Fulvio
• Amarone della Valpolicella Classico — Cesari
• Amarone della Valpolicella Classico — Quintarelli
• Amarone della Valpolicella Classico — Anima
• Amarone della Valpolicella Classico — Clementi Pietro
• Amarone della Valpolicella Classico — Luigi Righetti
• Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Campolongo di Torbe — Masi
• Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Vigneto Monte Sant'Urbano — Speri
• Angelorum Recioto della Valpolicella Classico — Masi
• Brolo Campofiorin Oro — Masi
• Campofiorin — Masi
• Chiaretto Bardolino Classico — Zeni