Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG

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The Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG from Cantina Sabaini is a majestic wine that perfectly embodies the essence of the Val d'Illasi. The grapes are cultivated with the utmost care on the slopes of Monte Castello d'Illasi and Monte Tomelon, at altitudes between 250 and 460 meters. The soils consist of limestone, marl, and tuff, which contribute to the wine's complexity and elegance. Only the finest bunches of Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, and Oseleta are harvested by hand in October, precisely at the moment of optimal ripeness. The grapes are then dried for four to five months, allowing the aromas, sugars, and extracts to intensify – the foundation of Amarone's opulent character.

After this traditional appassimento, the wine undergoes slow fermentation on the skins, followed by a maceration of three to four weeks. The wine then matures for eighteen to twenty-four months in French oak barrels and barriques, after which it is further refined in stainless steel tanks. The result is a wine of deep ruby ​​red color with garnet reflections and a seductive bouquet of red fruit in alcohol, blended with subtle spicy notes. On the palate, it is full-bodied and intense, with rich flavors of coffee, cocoa, and dried fruit, perfectly balanced by its refined structure and velvety tannins.

The Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG is an ideal accompaniment to hearty meat dishes, game, and aged cheeses. It truly shines with a slow-cooked osso buco, a venison stew, or a Parmesan and dried fig platter. Serve the wine at 18–20°C to fully develop its full power and aromatic depth.