Amarone

della Valpolicella DOCG

The Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG is obtained with a unique technique, that has been used since Roman time, called “appassimento”. The grapes are naturally dried for 3 to 4 months in the drying facility (fruttaio). During the drying process the grapes dehydrate losing 40-50% of their original weight with a consequent concentration of all their substances. During the month of January the grapes undergo the “pigiatura” (squeezing out the juice of the grapes) and then the fermentation process proceeds for a month. Maturation is completed in French oak barriques and tonneaux for a period that may vary from 42 to 50 months. Then the wine is aged in bottle for a year.

color

Intense ruby red with shades of garnet

bouquet

Complex, ripe red plum with hints of spices and dry fruits

taste

Dry, warm and intense, with a vigourous character and a pleasantly persistent fi nish

pairing suggestion

A perfect match for roasted and grilled meats, casseroles and well matured cheeses. Excellent with hearty dishes. It also pairs with sweet and sour dishes, which makes it perfect with Asian and middle eastern dishes.

The Deer

Elegant and authoritarian, with its magnificent crown

Characteristics

grapes

Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella

production area

Valpolicella, Verona Province, Veneto region

alcohol level

16% vol.

serving temperature

18-20°C. Open a few hours before drinking

vineyard elevation

220-300 meters

type of soil

Limestone

training system

Pergola

technical sheet

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