The characteristic hints of cherries and pepper are particularly enjoyable in this wine, followed by subtle nuances of officinal herbs.
Dry and well-balanced. The traditional acidic note combines well with the softness of the fruit to form a satisfying contrast and produce a supple, feisty wine.
APPELLATION
Amarone della Valpolicella D.O.C.G.
GRAPE VARIETIES
Corvina Veronese Rondinella
VINEYARD LOCATION
Hillsides of the Valpolicella production area
SOIL CHARACTERISTIC
Clayey, calcareous
TRAINING SYSTEM
Pergola
Food Pairings
Various dishes from our culinary tradition. From the traditional Amarone risotto to aged cheeses like Parmigiano Reggiano, ending with a Bistecca alla Fiorentina, the personality of this Amarone will be the star at the table.
Serve at 15-16°C (59-60°F).
HARVEST
Manual harvest of selected bunches carried out in September
PRESSING
Soft pressing of the grapes carried out in the first fortnight of January
FERMENTATION
De-stemming followed by soft crushing of the grapes
AGEING
15 months in oak (half in large Slavonian oak, half in second use barriques), 6 months of bottle ageing