Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2018 Zenato

Zenato’s Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2018 is a precious jewel of Italian wine production. It comes from the selection of the best grapes of Valpolicella Classica, including Corvina, Rondinella, Oseleta and Croatina, carefully cultivated in the vineyards of the municipality of Sant’Ambrogio.

Features:

• Artisanal Vinification: Selected grapes are placed in drying for 4 months, followed by crushing in January. Fermentation takes place slowly on the skins, followed by aging in large Slavonian oak barrels for 36 months.
• Sensory Notes: Amarone della Valpolicella Classico is a majestic and intense wine with an ethereal bouquet enriched by notes of bay leaves and cherries in alcohol. Its extraordinary balance makes it suitable for long aging.
• Grapes and Terroir: Composed mainly of Corvina Veronese (85 percent), followed by Rondinella (10 percent), Oseleta and Croatina (5 percent), the grapes come from vineyards located in the hilly area of Sant’Ambrogio di Valpolicella, with an average altitude of 300/350 m above sea level. The soil, predominantly calcareous and rich in skeleton, gives the wine unique characteristics.
• Vinification and Refinement: Grapes are hand-selected during the harvest and left to rest in the fruttaio to promote proper drying. After pressing and fermentation, the wine is aged in oak barrels for at least 36 months.
• Gastronomic Pairings: Amarone della Valpolicella Classico is ideal with roasts, game and aged cheeses. It can be enjoyed on its own, providing a unique sensory experience.

Technical Data:

• Color: Red tending to garnet with aging
• Nose: Elegant, spicy, with hints of cherry, morello cherry, dried fruit and plum
• Taste: Round, velvety, enveloping, smooth
• Serving Temperature: 18°C, recommended to open the bottle at least one hour beforehand
• Food Pairings: Roasts, game, aged cheeses

Zenato’s Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2018 represents the enological excellence of the Italian winemaking tradition, a true masterpiece to be enjoyed and appreciated.