Amarone della Valpolicella Classico

Giuseppe Quintarelli's Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2013 epitomizes traditional winemaking excellence in Veneto. Crafted from indigenous grapes—Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella—from esteemed Valpolicella Classico vineyards, it boasts a deep garnet hue with ruby highlights. Intense aromas of ripe black cherries, dried figs, and plum compote merge with tobacco, leather, cloves, and cinnamon. The palate is full-bodied, opulent, with dark chocolate, espresso, and licorice flavors, hints of dried herbs, and oak-induced vanilla. Firm, velvety tannins lend structure, balanced by well-integrated acidity, enhancing richness and depth. The long finish echoes dried fruits and spices. This Amarone is complex, elegant, pairs impeccably with robust dishes like grilled meats, game, aged cheeses—or savored solo—as a testament to Quintarelli's iconic Amarone legacy.