AMARONE
CLASSICO 2018
ALLEGRINI WINERY • VALPOLICELLA • ITALY
"The cathedral of Veneto: a wine of time and patience, where every drop contains the concentrated essence of Italian soil."
Allegrini's Noble Giant
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2018 from **Allegrini** is the culmination of a centuries-old tradition. The grapes (Corvina, Rondinella, and Oseleta) are hand-selected from the best hills of the Classica area and left to rest until they lose 40% of their weight. This process not only concentrates the flavor but transforms the wine's chemistry, creating a velvety texture and an immense bouquet. The 2018 vintage is distinguished by extraordinary elegance, balancing alcoholic power with a mineral freshness that only Allegrini knows how to imbue in its great labels.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: Hills of Fumane, Classica area, Veneto, Italy.
Winery: Allegrini.
Varietals: 45% Corvina, 45% Corvinone, 5% Rondinella, 5% Oseleta.
Vintage: 2018 (Elegant, deep, and with great aging potential).
Aging: 18 months in new French oak barrels and 14 months in bottle.
Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Impenetrable ruby red, almost garnet, with a striking visual density.
Nose: A complex sensory journey. Intense notes of ripe black cherries, preserved blackberries, bitter cocoa, pipe tobacco, and oriental spices (cinnamon, pepper).
Palate: Majestic and enveloping. Warm entry with an imposing but silky tannic structure. The finish is infinite, with hints of dried figs, roasted coffee, and a saline mineral touch.
3. Architecture of Amarone 2018
4. Pairing and Serving Ritual
Gastronomy: It is the king of hearty pairings: slow-cooked stews, wild boar, grilled red meats with balsamic reductions, and dishes with black truffles. It's the perfect match for aged cheeses (36-month Parmigiano). It's also recognized as a "Meditation Wine," to be enjoyed alone at the end of a dinner.
Service: Serve between **18°C and 20°C**. **Decanting is mandatory** at least one hour beforehand to allow its structure to oxygenate and unfold its full complexity.
Technical Sheet and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why is this wine more expensive than a common Valpolicella?
Because of yield and time. When drying the grapes, a large portion of the liquid volume is lost, requiring twice as many grapes to produce one bottle. Additionally, it requires years of aging before being released to the market.
How long can I store it?
Allegrini's Amarone 2018 is an investment in time. It will evolve magnificently over the next 20 to 25 years in a suitable cellar.
What makes it different from other Amarone?
Allegrini avoids the overly sweet or raisined style of other producers, always seeking tannic elegance and freshness that makes it extremely gastronomic.
