Red

Villa Rizzardi Amarone Classico

Guerrieri Rizzardi · Veneto, Italy

Merlot

Villa Rizzardi Amarone Classico

Soil: Clay-sandy, medium calcareous.

Specifications
AppellationAmarone della Valpolicella Classico
VinificationThe grapes are dried naturally in boxes for about 3-5 months in the ancient cellars of the estate. After destemming and pressing the grapes, alcoholic fermentation in thermo-conditioned steel tanks for about a month at 18°-28°C. Malolactic fermentation in barrel.
ÉlevageApproximately 12 months in 2.25 hl barriques and approximately 24 months in 25 hl barrels. Aged in bottle for at least 9 months.
Vineyard SoilClay-sandy texture, medium calcareous
HarvestThe ripened grapes selected by hand on the family estate in the heart of classic Valpolicella.
Food PairingsWell suited to rich beef dishes and game, especially if combined with sweet and sour sauces; aged cheeses such as Cimbro and aged Pecorino.
Cellaring2022 – 2030+

Soil: Clay-sandy, medium calcareous. Aged 12 months in barriques, 24 months in larger barrels, 9+ months in bottle. Vine age: 30-36 years. Production area: 10 hectares. Cellaring: 2022-2030+.

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