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SKU: 20252
Brand: Quintarelli
This Amarone Classico della Valpolicella Riserva is characterized by a deep pomegranate red color. The nose opens with an intense bouquet, with elegant hints of almond, enriched by pleasant aromas of cherry. On the palate it is powerful and complex, with a pleasantly spicy aftertaste. Perfect to accompany roasts and grilled red meats, it is ideal in combination with game and aged cheeses.
SKU: 20251
Brand: Quintarelli
Great Valpolicella wine, produced by one of the most representative companies. Obtained half from grapes dried in boxes for a couple of months and half from "fresh" grapes. It is a wine with great aging potential, which spends six years in large Slavonian oak barrels to reach its complete maturation, before being bottled. If you want to have a red wine of great prestige and rarity in the cellar, you are in front of the right choice!
SKU: 20250
Brand: Quintarelli
This Amarone Classico della Valpolicella Riserva is characterized by a deep pomegranate red color. The nose opens with an intense bouquet, with elegant hints of almond, enriched by pleasant aromas of cherry. On the palate it is powerful and complex, with a pleasantly spicy aftertaste. Perfect to accompany roasts and grilled red meats, it is ideal in combination with game and aged cheeses.
SKU: 20249
Brand: Quintarelli
Great Valpolicella wine, produced by one of the most representative companies. Obtained half from grapes dried in boxes for a couple of months and half from "fresh" grapes. It is a wine with great aging potential, which spends six years in large Slavonian oak barrels to reach its complete maturation, before being bottled. If you want to have a red wine of great prestige and rarity in the cellar, you are in front of the right choice!
SKU: 20043
Brand: Domini Veneti
Vendemmia: fine Settembre con selezione esclusivamente manuale. Conservazione: acciaio
SKU: 20042
Brand: Domini Veneti
Vendemmia: fine Settembre con selezione esclusivamente manuale. Conservazione: acciaio
SKU: 20030
Brand: Domini Veneti
Vendemmia: fine Settembre con selezione esclusivamente manuale. Conservazione: acciaio.
SKU: 20029
Brand: Domini Veneti
Vendemmia: fine Settembre con selezione esclusivamente manuale. Conservazione: acciaio.
SKU: 18104
Brand: Quintarelli
This Amarone Classico della Valpolicella Riserva is characterized by a deep pomegranate red color. The nose opens with an intense bouquet, with elegant hints of almond, enriched by pleasant aromas of cherry. On the palate it is powerful and complex, with a pleasantly spicy aftertaste. Perfect to accompany roasts and grilled red meats, it is ideal in combination with game and aged cheeses.
SKU: 18103
Brand: Quintarelli
It is certainly one of the best, most interesting, complex, expensive and sought after amaroni of the whole denomination. For this wine the components of time and patience are fundamental.The grapes, which are harvested manually, are placed in wooden boxes and on racks to dry until the end of January. At this point, they can be pressed and fermentation begins, which lasts about forty-five days. The wine ages for about seven years in medium-small Slavonian oak barrels. The perfume is of an incredible aromatic complexity, there are no words to explain the sensations it gives to the palate, it is absolutely necessary to experience them! If you want to taste one of the best wines in the world, buy a bottle of great value that can enrich your cellar for many years, or even make a crazy gift, this is the bottle for you!
SKU: 18102
Brand: Quintarelli
Great Valpolicella wine, produced by one of the most representative companies. Obtained half from grapes dried in boxes for a couple of months and half from "fresh" grapes. It is a wine with great aging potential, which spends six years in large Slavonian oak barrels to reach its complete maturation, before being bottled. If you want to have a red wine of great prestige and rarity in the cellar, you are in front of the right choice!
SKU: 18100
Brand: Quintarelli
The Recioto della Valpolicella of the Giuseppe Quintarelli was born in Negrar, in the heart of the Valpolicella Classica, where the vineyards rest on hilly terrain of volcanic and calcareous nature. Wine capable of rising like few others and enjoying bottle aging.
SKU: 18099
Brand: Quintarelli
It is certainly one of the best, most interesting, complex, expensive and sought after amaroni of the whole denomination. For this wine the components of time and patience are fundamental.The grapes, which are harvested manually, are placed in wooden boxes and on racks to dry until the end of January. At this point, they can be pressed and fermentation begins, which lasts about forty-five days. The wine ages for about seven years in medium-small Slavonian oak barrels. The perfume is of an incredible aromatic complexity, there are no words to explain the sensations it gives to the palate, it is absolutely necessary to experience them! If you want to taste one of the best wines in the world, buy a bottle of great value that can enrich your cellar for many years, or even make a crazy gift, this is the bottle for you!
SKU: 16978
Brand: Quintarelli
Great Valpolicella wine, produced by one of the most representative companies. Obtained half from grapes dried in boxes for a couple of months and half from "fresh" grapes. It is a wine with great aging potential, which spends six years in large Slavonian oak barrels to reach its complete maturation, before being bottled. If you want to have a red wine of great prestige and rarity in the cellar, you are in front of the right choice!
SKU: 16512
Brand: Nicolis
Medium intensity ruby red colour. The scent is vinous, characteristic, pleasant and delicate, reminiscent of the fruits that ripen in the area: cherries, morello cherries and plums. The taste is dry, full-bodied, bitterish, savory and harmonious, sometimes captivating due to the pungent ginger, a typical note in our wines.
SKU: 14680
Brand: Luigi Righetti
Amarone, the flagship product of the Righetti company, is obtained with the ancient method of drying. From October to March, the best bunches of the Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella varieties are left to dry in special rooms, where the right level of humidity and ventilation allow optimal dehydration of the grapes. After the grapes are pressed and fermented, the wine is left to age for three years in oak barrels and barriques. The refinement then continues in the bottle for about 12 months.
SKU: 14679
Brand: Luigi Righetti
The grapes, the same used for the production of Amarone, are left to dry in the plateaus for a few months and pressed in March when they have reached their maximum sugar concentration.
SKU: 13996
Brand: Allegrini
Allegrini , thanks to the knowledge gained through years of experimentation and research, has perfected a style of Amarone capable of maintaining and enhancing the integrity of the fruit, thanks to a mix of tradition and innovation that has its roots in 1854 . Amarone is the result of all the wisdom of the Allegrini family, a true classic of the denomination, a red that sums up tradition, territory and peasant wisdom . Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella and Oseleta are left to wither at least until December, checking their health on a daily basis: the result is history, passion and continuous growth.
SKU: 13995
Brand: Allegrini
Allegrini , thanks to the knowledge gained through years of experimentation and research, has perfected a style of Amarone capable of maintaining and enhancing the integrity of the fruit, thanks to a mix of tradition and innovation that has its roots in 1854 . Amarone is the result of all the wisdom of the Allegrini family, a true classic of the denomination, a red that sums up tradition, territory and peasant wisdom . Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella and Oseleta are left to wither at least until December, checking their health on a daily basis: the result is history, passion and continuous growth.
SKU: 13992
Brand: Quintarelli
This Amarone Classico della Valpolicella Riserva is characterized by a deep pomegranate red color. The nose opens with an intense bouquet, with elegant hints of almond, enriched by pleasant aromas of cherry. On the palate it is powerful and complex, with a pleasantly spicy aftertaste. Perfect to accompany roasts and grilled red meats, it is ideal in combination with game and aged cheeses.
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SKU: 11383
Brand: Luigi Righetti
The grapes, the same used for the production of Amarone, are left to dry in the plateaus for a few months and pressed in March when they have reached their maximum sugar concentration.
SKU: 11381
Brand: Luigi Righetti
Amarone, the flagship product of the Righetti company, is obtained with the ancient method of drying. From October to March, the best bunches of the Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella varieties are left to dry in special rooms, where the right level of humidity and ventilation allow optimal dehydration of the grapes. After the grapes are pressed and fermented, the wine is left to age for three years in oak barrels and barriques. The refinement then continues in the bottle for about 12 months.
Appellation Valpolicella Classico: A Journey into the Heart of Italian Wines
The Valpolicella Classico Denomination represents excellence in the Italian wine scene. Located in the Veneto region of northeastern Italy, Valpolicella Classico is known for its high-quality wines, rich tradition and unique terroir. In this article, we'll explore the history, grape varieties, production process, and distinctive characteristics that make the Valpolicella Classico appellation so popular with wine lovers.
Introduction to the Valpolicella Classico Denomination
The Valpolicella Classico Denomination is one of the most prestigious sub-areas of Valpolicella, famous for the production of high quality wines. This denomination includes the oldest and most traditional hills of the region, which give the wines unique characteristics.
History and territory of Valpolicella Classico
The history of Valpolicella Classico has its roots in antiquity. The region has witnessed grape growing and wine production since Roman times. The Valpolicella Classico area is characterized by gentle hills and a soil composed of calcareous marl, gravel and clay. These geographical conditions give the wines a particular elegance and complexity.
Main grape varieties of Valpolicella Classico
The main grape varieties used in the production of Valpolicella Classico wines are Corvina Veronese, Corvinone and Rondinella. Corvina Veronese is the dominant vine and helps to give the wines structure, elegance and complex aromas. Corvinone is a vine similar to Corvina, but with a higher concentration of sugars. Rondinella, on the other hand, gives color and freshness to the wines.
Production process of Valpolicella Classico wines
The production of Valpolicella Classico wines follows a rigorous process that begins with the grape harvest, generally between September and October. After harvesting, the grapes are carefully selected to ensure the best quality.
The grapes are then gently pressed to extract the must, which is fermented at controlled temperatures. During fermentation, the must remains in contact with the skins for a specific period of time, allowing the transfer of aromas, colors and tannins.
Types of Valpolicella Classico wines
The Valpolicella Classico Denomination includes different types of wines, each with its own unique characteristics. Among the best known we find:
- Valpolicella Classico : a young and fruity red wine, with a fresh and lively taste.
- Valpolicella Classico Superiore: a more structured wine, obtained from selected grapes and a longer aging period.
- Valpolicella Classico Ripasso: a wine obtained from the fermentation of the base wine on the skins of Amarone, which gives greater structure and complexity.
Organoleptic characteristics of Valpolicella Classico wines
Valpolicella Classico wines are characterized by a wide range of aromas and flavours. They have notes of fresh red fruit, such as cherries and strawberries, with hints of spices and flowers. On the palate, they are balanced, with a pleasant acidity and soft tannins.
Culinary pairings with Valpolicella Classico wines
Valpolicella Classico wines lend themselves to versatile culinary combinations. They go well with light first courses, white meats, soft cheeses and cured meats. Valpolicella Classico Superiore and Valpolicella Classico Ripasso also go well with red meats, roasts and more mature cheeses.
Visit the Valpolicella Classico and its cellars
For wine lovers, a visit to the Valpolicella Classico cellars is an experience not to be missed. Numerous wineries offer guided tours, during which it is possible to get to know the wine production process closely, visit the vineyards and taste the fine Valpolicella Classico wines.
The Valpolicella Classico Denomination is a true jewel of the Italian wine scene. Its millenary history, the unique territory, the autochthonous vines and the high quality wines make this appellation particularly appreciated. If you are a wine lover, do not miss the opportunity to taste and discover the Valpolicella Classico wines, authentic ambassadors of Italian tradition and winemaking excellence.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What is the origin of the Valpolicella Classico Denomination?
The Valpolicella Classico Denomination has ancient origins in the Veneto region of Italy. Its history dates back to Roman times.
What are the main grape varieties used in the production of Valpolicella Classico wines?
The main grape varieties used in the production of Valpolicella Classico wines are Corvina Veronese, Corvinone and Rondinella.
What are the best known types of Valpolicella Classico wines?
The best known types of Valpolicella Classico wines are Valpolicella Classico , Valpolicella Classico Superiore and Valpolicella Classico Ripasso.
What are the organoleptic characteristics of Valpolicella Classico wines?
Valpolicella Classico wines have notes of fresh red fruit, such as cherries and strawberries, with hints of spice. On the palate they are balanced, with a pleasant acidity and soft tannins.
What food pairings are recommended for Valpolicella Classico wines?
Valpolicella Classico wines go well with light first courses, white meats, soft cheeses and cured meats. The more structured versions are also suitable for red meats, roasts and more mature cheeses.
6. Is it possible to visit the Valpolicella Classico cellars?
Yes, many Valpolicella Classico wineries offer guided tours, during which it is possible to get to know the wine production process up close, visit the vineyards and taste the fine Valpolicella Classico wines.