Corvina Grape
Elegance • Versatility • Veneto Identity
"Corvina is the liquid soul of Verona. A noble grape capable of transformation: from the vibrant lightness of a Bardolino to the monumental and eternal complexity of an Amarone."
The Backbone of Northeastern Italy
The Corvina Veronese grape is the fundamental pillar of Veneto viticulture. Its technical importance lies in its thick skin and resistance to botrytis, essential traits for the appassimento process. According to the Consorzio Valpolicella, Corvina provides the elegance, acidity and black cherry notes that define the region's great reds.
At La Cava Shop, we select examples where Corvina shines in its purity. Leading producers such as Allegrini have shown that, through precision viticulture on hillside vineyards, this grape can produce Italian wines with a finesse comparable to great Pinot Noir or Nebbiolo. Buy Corvina wines online with free shipping from $1,499 MXN anywhere in Mexico and 90 days for returns.
Geology and Terroir
Corvina thrives in calcareous and clay soils of volcanic origin. This mineral composition, together with the moderating influence of Lake Garda, gives the wine a unique salinity and freshness. To learn more about these appellations, we recommend the guides from Wine Folly.
The Mystery of Corvinone
It is vital to tell Corvina apart from Corvinone. Although often planted together, Corvinone adds more density and more robust tannins. In our selection of age-worthy wines, the balance between the two varieties is the key to Amarone's longevity.
Sommelier's Protocol
Serving and Oxygenation
A classic Corvina-based Valpolicella should be served at 16°C. Versions made by appassimento (Amarone or Recioto), however, require 18°C and prior decanting. The phenolic structure of these wines needs time to reveal their notes of cocoa, tobacco and oriental spices.
Precision Food Pairing
Corvina is a quintessential "gastronomic" grape. Its natural acidity cuts through the fat of Italian cured meats and aged cheeses. For game dishes or braised meats, always look for Superiore or Ripasso versions to match the intensity of the dish with that of the wine.
Corvina • Valpolicella • Amarone • Veneto • Italy
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