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Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2011 (750 ml. wooden box) Bertani
The Amarone della Valpolicella Classico is a timeless wine, an expression of a unique style that Bertani has always followed with dedication. It is made from Corvina and Rondinella grapes on the hills of Tenuta Novare, in the heart of the Valpolicella Classica, in vineyards dedicated only to grapes for drying. The 2011 vintage expresses a strong personality. Complex, balanced, and harmonious, with extraordinary longevity. Intense red color, with garnet hues. The nose is highlighted by typical notes of plum, cherry, and sour cherry, followed by tea leaves, licorice, and spices. On the palate, hints of red berry fruit are softened by smooth notes of spices, in perfect balance with acidity and tannins.
Available vintages: (historical archive) 2007 - 2008 - 2009 - 2010 / (current) 2010 - 2011 - 2012 - 2013
- Product Category
- Red Wine
- Denomination
- Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG
- Grape variety / Raw material
- Corvina
- Vintage or Cuvée
- 2011
- Format
- 750 ml.
- Nation
- Italy
- Region
- Veneto
- Alcohol Content
- 15% ABV (alcohol by volume).
- Service Temperature
- 18° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Very wide tulip glass
- Special Features
- Historic Vintages
- Packaging
- Wooden box
- Gastronomic Pairings
- Roast Meats, Great Opportunities, Stewed Meats, Aged Cheeses, Red Meats, Game meat, After Dinner - Meditation
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites (sulfites refer to sulfur dioxide that is added to wine to preserve it, thanks to its disinfectant, antioxidant, and stabilizing action)
BRT-AMARONECLASSICO-2011
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Bertani
In the splendid setting of the Veronese hills, among vineyards that recount centuries of history and tradition, stands the Bertani winery. An emblem of Veneto wine, Bertani is synonymous with excellence that has traversed time, playing a decisive role in the birth and spread of the famous Amarone of Valpolicella. Founded in a generous land dedicated to viticulture, Bertani embodies the classic and unmistakable spirit of a territory rich in charm and culture.
The winery stands out for its production philosophy that embraces tradition and innovation, a perfect combination reflected in its extraordinarily high-quality wines. Respect for the land is expressed through the cultivation of native grapes, primarily Corvina and Rondinella, which are capable of expressing the unique characteristics of the Veronese lands. These varieties, cultivated with mastery and dedication, are the soul of wines that tell stories of passion and authenticity.
Among the iconic labels of Bertani, the Amarone Classico emerges with its enveloping structure and decisive character. A wine that embodies the essence of the terroir, offering sensations of ripe fruit, spices, and balsamic notes that evolve gracefully over time. Each sip is a sensory journey that takes the taster on a discovery of the deepest and most fascinating nuances of Veneto.
Let yourself be seduced by the wines of Bertani on Vino45, a unique opportunity to explore the quintessence of Veronese winemaking and experience an unforgettable taste journey.
Address:
Via Asiago, 2 - 37023 Grezzana (VR), Italy
Color: intense red, with garnet shades
Bouquet: intense and spicy, with pleasant notes of citrus and cherries preserved in spirits
Taste: dense and vibrant tannin with a sapido.Complesso finish, tense, assertive, and dry, with an incredible aging potential.
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THE WINE
Amarone Classic Bertani It is a timeless wine, an expression of a unique style that Bertani has always been followed with dedication. A classic style that doesn't need to change, because it is always current. TheAmarone It originates from Corvina and Rondinella grapes on the hills of Tenuta Novara, in the heart of Valpolicella Classic, in vineyards dedicated solely to grapes for drying. Produced from Bertani "fin" translates to "end" in English. since 1958, Amarone Classic Bertani It means. perfect harmony between time, nature, and man: to this we dedicate our know-how and our passion, with a long wait and great care. The resting of the grapes takes place on "aréle," the bamboo racks, following the traditional production method. Fermentation occurs in cement and the refinement In large barrels for at least six years, it stabilizes its structure, making it one of the longest-lived red wines in the world.
A respect for nature that means, first of all, continuing with the choice of a place like Tenuta Novara, true soul of our Amarone.
A respect for our grapes with a natural drying method or, as we prefer to say, resting in the fruit drying room, which has always rejected any form of artificial conditioning. Not for “philosophical” reasons, but out of a proven conviction that only in this way can we achieve great and unique results. Amarone, where elegance always prevails over power.
Respect for our wines to allow them to fully develop all their qualitative potential. The musts are entrusted to slow fermentations, sometimes exceeding 50 days, in cement tanks. A courageous choice, full of risks, supported by the conviction that only in this way can we achieve high levels of superior alcohol and glycerin, a guarantee of richness and elegance in aromas. Therefore, aging never lasts less than six years in Slavonian oak barrels and an additional 12 months in the bottle. A slow but precious journey to bring our wines... Amarone to develop that aromatic heritage of great elegance, those fundamental characteristics for us of extraordinary longevity.
THE COMPANY
The winery BertaniIt was founded in 1857 by the brothers Giovan Battista and Gaetano. Bertani, in Quinto di Valpantena, north of Verona. Gaetano was already an expert in the art of winemaking at that time, having learned the new techniques in France from Professor Guyot, who is still considered one of the leading experts in viticulture today. The beginning of the activity of the Bertani It coincides with the innovative spirit that drives the use of the most advanced production techniques, both in viticulture and winemaking, applied to all the properties of that time, in Valpantena and in Soave, always respecting the territory and the culture of the local crops.
High professionalism and quality, commercial initiative, and an innovative spirit were the traits that immediately distinguished the two brothers in the Veronese landscape. Bertani It was one of the first companies in Italy to understand the value of bottled wine; significant investments were made right from the start in the vineyards and in the cellar, to bottle and export Italian quality to the world with its wines. Bertani, which even before the end of the nineteenth century crossed the Atlantic Ocean to be appreciated in many cities of the United States.
The Bertani It was born with the Unification of Italy, with the desire and pride to represent the excellence of a new nation with a millenary culture. This commitment and the quality of its wines have earned it the... Bertani, In 1923, the distinctive symbol of achieving excellence: the patent of the royal house. Even though, now that Italy is a Republic, it is a faded symbol, for us it still represents the attainment of the highest quality.
The constant commitment to viticulture and oenology prompted the Academy of Agriculture, Arts, and Commerce of Verona to highlight the Bertani, in 1870, as a model agricultural company, thanks to professionalism, the introduction of specialized vineyards, and new breeding systems, which immediately characterized the entrepreneurial spirit of the family. Not only that: the quality of the wines Bertani It managed to establish itself from then on for its refinement, to the point of seeing Soave present on the menu for the coronation of George VI of England in 1937.
In the middle of the twentieth century, with the acquisition of Tenuta Novara, in Valpolicella Classical, Bertani It materializes the research of half a century to produce the "Wine," the one that is meant to last forever. It is here, in fact, that the story of the...Amarone, Wine, a symbol of the territory from which it originates, with its first vintage dating back to 1958.
With over 200 hectares of vineyards in the most suitable areas of the Veronese region, today the Bertani It is a solid company with a constant increase in distribution in Europe and around the world. There are two historic wineries, the one in Grezzana, which is the current headquarters and the beating heart of the company where the activities of winemaking, bottling, and shipping take place, and Tenuta Novare in Arbizzano di Negrar, in the heart of the Valpolicella Classic, cradle of great reds like the...Amarone and the Valpolicella Classical High School.
Icon of Italian wine in the world, the Bertani It combines the uniqueness of indigenous grape varieties with the continuous updating of production facilities and a targeted focus on the terroir.
The respect for tradition balanced by a particular innovative drive, great entrepreneurial ability at the service of maximum quality are, in summary, the guiding principles of the company, which is now also a reference point for a large national wine project called Bertani Domini.