Amarone Riserva Caterina Zardini
2018, Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy
Amarone Riserva Caterina Zardini
Red Blend
Campagnola
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Profile & Story
Selected grapes from 36ha of hillside vineyards in one of the best viticultural areas in Marano di Valpolicella valley, planted in limestone-based soils at 300m with south-east exposition. Density of 3000 vines per hectare. Cultivation systems: “pergoletta semplice” and “guyot”. The blend includes Corvina Veronese and Corvinone Veronese 80%, Rondinella 20%. Bunches are hand-picked and rigorously selected at the end of September. The grapes are perfect and have a high sugar content. The wine is refined for 18-24 months (depending on the vintage) in new French barriques from Allier oak, then 6 months in the bottle.
Tasting Notes
The wine has an intense, deep red color with a violet edge. The bouquet starts with highly perfumed aromas and steadily moves toward dried fruits, blueberries, spices, and black pepper. This is a very elegant and complex wine with a persistent and rich flavor.
Pairing Recommendation
Traditionally enjoyed with game, char-grilled, and braised meats, and fully mature cheeses. Recommended drinking temperature 17-18°C.