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Amarone

2009 Valpolicella Red Blend

The Agricola Cottini Amarone is an exquisite red blend from the renowned Valpolicella region, celebrated for its rich winemaking heritage. This vintage of 2009 boasts a deep red hue, captivating the eye with its vibrant color. On the palate, this wine offers a full-bodied experience, complemented by a pronounced acidity that elevates its structure and complexity. The fruit intensity is prominent, presenting delightful flavors of dark berries and cherries, harmoniously blended with hints of spices and underlying earthy notes. Tannins are notable yet well-integrated, lending a firm backbone while allowing the wine's luxurious character to shine through. As an off-dry expression, it offers a satisfying balance, making it a perfect companion for rich dishes or a cozy evening by the fireplace.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Valpolicella
Valpolicella

The northern Italian area of Valpolicella is famed for its red wines. Located in Verona to the east of Lake Garda, the principal grapes here are Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara. Valpolicella is tangy and cherry-fresh, perfect with pizza and pasta. Classico and Superiore wines from hillside vineyards offer extra depth and spice notes. But for real complexity, look to Amarone della Valpolicella. Made from partially dried grapes (called "appassimento"), this full-bodied wine offers gorgeous fruit flavors and ages for at least two years in oak. There is also Valpolicella Ripasso, a wine made by putting Valpolicella through pressed Amarone grapes. The DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation for Italian wines was introduced in the 1960s. It is the main classification system used in the country and regulates what winemakers can and cannot do regarding wine style, varietal restrictions, minimum and maximum alcohol levels, aging techniques and growing regions.

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