Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOCG - Lake Garda Wine

There are wines you drink. And then there's Amarone della Valpolicella . You don't drink this, you live it. It's an experience, a moment, a memory you carry with you.

The first time we tasted it, we were in the winery. The producer poured us this Amarone DOCG from Lake Garda and said, "Wait. Let it breathe." We waited. And when we finally drank it, we understood why.

The process that makes the difference

Late summer, Valpolicella Classica . The native grapes are harvested by hand, bunch by bunch. Only the best, those that have reached perfect ripeness under the sun caressing the rows.

Then the magic begins: the drying room . The grapes rest there, where the pure air of the Lessini Mountains and the winds that sweep through the valley begin the slow, natural drying process . It's not a quick process. It takes months. In this suspended time, the fruit transforms: it loses water, concentrates sugars, aromas, and polyphenols. Each grape becomes a concentration of intensity.

After vinification, the wine ages in fine oak tonneaux for over two years . Two years. Not two months, not six months. Two years in which the wine matures slowly, developing a complex and harmonious bouquet that no shortcut can replicate.

In the glass (prepared)

When you finally pour it, the intense garnet red color tells you everything. This is not a light wine.

On the nose: black cherry in alcohol, plum, and ripe fruit , enveloped by hints of sweet spices, cocoa, and vanilla . It's a scent that invites you, seduces you, and promises you something special.

And when you taste it? Deep, warm, velvety . It's a sip that fills your mouth, that stays with you, that doesn't abandon you. The persistence is infinite. Close your eyes and that flavor lingers there, minute after minute.

At 15.5-16% ABV, it's a substantial fine red wine . But it's not aggressive; it's balanced. That imposing structure is balanced by a finesse that only great wines can possess.

How to drink Amarone (the real version)

First: uncork it at least two hours in advance . This Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG needs to breathe. It's not a whim, it's a necessity. Those two hours make the difference between a good wine and an unforgettable experience.

Second: temperature 18-20°C . No more, no less.

Third: the pairings.

• Important red meats – Florentine steak, rib-eye steak, braised meat
• Game – wild boar, roe deer, deer
• Aged cheeses – 48-month parmesan, pecorino di fossa
• Meditation wine – even on its own, for important evenings

Yes, you read that right: meditation wine . Amarone is one of those wines you can drink even without food. You sit down, pour yourself a glass, and enjoy the moment. You don't need anything else.

Because it costs what it costs

Let's look at the numbers: hand-harvested, months of drying, and two years of aging in fine oak. Each bottle of this Amarone Classico Superiore DOCG represents years of work, patience, and expertise.

It's not an industrial wine made in three months. It's an artisanal Italian wine that requires time, care, and passion. And that comes at a cost. But when you taste it, you realize that every euro is worth it.

The territory in the glass

Each glass tells the story of a journey through the Valpolicella hills and the winds of Lake Garda . It tells of sun-kissed vineyards, fruit cellars where the pure air does its work, and cellars where time passes slowly.

It's not just a wine. It's the story of a land, a tradition, and people who have dedicated their lives to creating something excellent.

Why we recommend it

Because Amarone della Valpolicella is the fine red wine everyone should try at least once in their life. Not out of snobbery, but because it's an experience worth living.

Because it's the wine you uncork on special occasions and that transforms those occasions into memories. Because it's the perfect gift for someone you truly love. Because it is, quite simply, one of the great Italian wines.

And because, when you drink it, you understand what excellence means.

If you have questions about the production process or want advice on storing it, write to us! We're happy to talk about wines that deserve respect.

Ready to live the Amarone experience? This is the wine you won't forget.