Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2013

Description of the Villa Girardi Winery

Domaine Villa Girardi, located in Valpolicella Classico, is renowned for its traditional winemaking methods that highlight the quality of local grape varieties. The estate is renowned for its ability to produce high quality Italian red wines, such as Amarone, using grape drying techniques that concentrate flavors and aromas.

Description of the Cuvée Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico

Villa Girardi's Cuvée Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico is a shining example of the opulent style and richness that Amarone can offer. This wine is produced from carefully selected grapes, dried for several months to intensify their concentration of sugar and flavors, before being vinified and aged in oak barrels. The result is a deeply complex, rich wine with remarkable aging potential.

Aromas of the Cuvée

This cuvée offers an intense bouquet of black fruits like plum and macerated black cherry, with nuances of tobacco, dark chocolate and spicy notes like cinnamon and vanilla. The whole is enhanced by touches of damp earth and leather, adding to its complexity and distinctive character.

Characteristics of the Cuvée

• Grape varieties: Corvina, Rondinella, and other local grape varieties
• Profile: This wine is characterized by its great richness and robust tannin structure, accompanied by a balanced acidity which supports the density of the fruits. Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico is voluptuous, with a lingering finish that demonstrates its elegance and complexity.
• Aging Potential: Thanks to its concentration and structure, this wine has excellent aging potential and can develop in complexity over many years in the cellar.

Pairings with this Cuvée

Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico is ideal to accompany rich dishes such as braised meats, roasted game or truffle dishes. It is also exquisite with aged cheeses and chocolate desserts, where it can fully express its richness and depth.

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