Amarone DOCG Classico Riserva, Bussola Tommaso, Valpolicella,Verona, Veneto, Italy 2011
Veneto, Italy
Tasting Notes
Deep, dark and savory. Clove and cinnamon, balsamic spice, chocolate and blackberries all blossom on the nose and palate. Racy, yet silky tannins, burst though on the palate with ultra ripe red and black berries.
Wine Profile
Wine Type Red Wine
Vintage 2011
Style Full & Rich Reds
Country Italy
Region Veneto
Grower Name Bussola Tommaso
Grape Variety Corvina
ABV 17.00%
Closure Natural Cork
Bottle Size 75cl
Allergens Sulphites
Method Vegan
SKU BUSSAMARONERIS11
Region
Veneto
The Veneto is an extremely important region in the north-east of Italy, stretching from the west at the shores of Lake Garda as far north as the Alps, the Austrian border and the Venetian hinterland. It is Italy's largest wine-producing region. DOC wines represent well over a quarter of total production and include such well-known names as Valpolicella, Soave, Bardolino… Read More
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Corvina
Corvina is the most important varietal in the Valpolicella appellation, with its famous sour-cherry character, as well as good body and structure.Thick skins means it can be air-dried in the traditional appassimento style, making it suitable for use in the prestigious Amarone della Valpolicella wines. Corvina is also blended with Rondinella and Molinara grapes, giving softer… Read More
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