Amarone Riserva Caterina Zardini
2018, Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy
Amarone Riserva Caterina Zardini
Red Blend
Campagnola
About the Wine
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.