Aldegheri Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 1998
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A rich, round Amarone with great complexity. Drinks beautifully now.
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Release Notes:
This wine comes from the finest grapes on a hillside vineyard in the classic area of Valpolicella, in the province of Verona. The average vine age is 20 years, and they grow in Neotlithic calcarous soil. After harvest, the grapes are left to raisin on mats. After raisining, the grapes are destemmed before fermentation. After several rackings, the wine is aged in oak barrels (15% in oak barriques) for more than three years. The wine is then bottled and stored for 6 to 8 months in underground cellars before being sold.
Tasting Notes:
Garnet red with a red-brown rim showing maturity. Aromas of black cherries, rose petals and liquorice. Round, smooth mouthfeel on the palate with cherries, raisins and some spice. Serve with roasts, game and strong cheeses. Drink over the next 2 to 3 years.
Winery:
The Aldegheri family has been working in the heart of the Valpolicella area since 1956. A true family venture, the different members of the family each have their own areas... Read more
Region:
A remarkably diverse region, Valpolicella produces everything from easy-drinking ordinary wines that sell for $4.99 a bottle to powerful dry Amarones and sweet Reciotos made from dried grapes that sell for... Read more
Country:
Overview
Greek settlers first planted vineyards in Italy sometime around 800BC. Since then, wine has been entrenched in the Italian culture, ‘as common as water on the dinner table’. ... Read more
