Tasting notes
Alcohol, Body · Dry
Food pairings
These dishes match this appellation's flavour profile.
- Top pickBeef braised in red wine with rustic polenta
Slow-cooked meats and a concentrated sauce meet full structure and moderate tannins; the soft polenta softens the tannins, and the wood notes of the sauce enhance the wine's body.
- Mushroom Risotto with Parmesan and Sun-dried Tomatoes
Umami-rich mushrooms and creamy rice harmonize with the full body and moderate tannins; sun-dried tomatoes enhance fruit depth and a pleasant acid balance.
- Creamy Mushroom and Aged Cheese Risotto
The creamy texture and umami of the mushrooms enhance the wine's body; the salinity and cheese balance the tannins and highlight the ripe fruit and woody undertones.
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- Beef cheek gratin with wine and truffled mash
Confit cheek and reduced jus enhance the perceived density and tannins; the truffled mash provides a woody aroma that harmonizes with the depth and body of the wine.
- Braised leg of lamb with rosemary and black olives
Spicy, powerful aromas and the fatty texture of the meat are balanced by the full body and moderate tannins of the wine; olives and rosemary emphasize the woody and spicy notes.
- Duck confit with Sarladaise potatoes
Rich and smooth, the duck fat and roasted potato enhance the wine's body and structure, while the spices reveal its tannins and woody notes.
Storage potential between 5 and 15 years
Currently drink vintages 2011 to 2021
Serve between 16°C and 18°C
Common varieties
Rondinella
Rondinella is an Italian red grape variety mainly grown in the Veneto region. It is used in the production of Amarone and Valpolicella wines, contributing color and structure to the blends.
Corvina
Corvina is a red grape variety mainly cultivated in the Veneto region of Italy, where it is used to produce quality red wines, notably in the blends of Amarone and Valpolicella. It offers flavors of cherries, berries, and spices.
Molinara
Molinara is an Italian red grape variety mainly grown in the Veneto region. It is used in the production of Amarone and Valpolicella wines, contributing acidity and finesse to the blends.