As has happened with some desserts that have become iconic, Amarone also seems to have been born from a mistake.
In the 1930s, the cellar master Adelino Lucchese, while bottling sweet Recioto, forgot a full barrel, realizing the mistake a few years later. When he communicated his oversight to the company’s winemaker, Lucchese was certain he would be fired. Once he tasted the “forgotten” wine, the amazement was enormous. The wine had structure, softness, elegance, but it was no longer sweet. Hence the name.
More than half of the vines from which Amarone is produced grow exclusively in Valpolicella (Veneto). The specification allows the addition of other typical Valpolicella vines and very small quantities of national and international vines.
Among the wines reviewed, three are highly recommended.
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Amarone della Valpolicella SVT300 Terrazze 2017 by Tenuta Massimago: “The sip is generous, with silky and beautifully smooth tannins. Well balanced in its parts, it gives a persistent aftertaste of ripe fruit embellished with a cigar box note.” For the full review click here.
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Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Monte Ca’ Bianca Riserva 2018 by Begali winery: “The olfactory range is broad, intense and of fine quality. In addition to the floral aromas, the bouquet is enriched with fruity notes reminiscent of small red berries, black cherries in alcohol and dried plums.” For the full review click here.
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Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva Campedel 2015 from the Gamba company: “Opulent sip, with an important and silky tannin, corroborated by an important flavor, which gives elegance. Good olfactory taste persistence of fruit jam and vanilla.” For the full review click here.
