Amarone della Valpolicella
Classico Docg
Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita
Altitude
150-450m A.S.L.
Terrain
Chalky, argillaceous
Vines
Corvina Veronese, Corvinone, Rondinella and other minor varieties*
Harvesting
Best sun exposed grapes hand picked and selected in September/October
Vinification
Initiated in December/January after drying and maturation in stacked airy crates, then treated in conformity the traditional “in red” system with lees, with daily pump-overs
Refinement
In oak casks
Organoleptic properties
Strong red color with garnet reflections. Intense, fine, fruity bouquet with hints of cherry, plum and sour black cherry. Warm, supple, balanced and elegant flavor
Temperature
18 – 20°C
Serving
Excellent with roasted or grilled red meats, particularly game and cheeses
Alcohol
16% – 17% vol. depending on the year.
*The varieties are those provided by the regulations and the % vary depending on the vineyards used in production