Zenato

Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2021 - Zenato

Name: Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2021 - Zenato
Brand: Zenato
SKU: dgt23396
Price: 58.00 EUR
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Red Veneto Vintage 2020 Size 0,75 lt Alcohol 16.5%

Wood-aged spicy aroma full body

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The wine

Description and technical sheet

Zenato Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2021 expresses the depth of Valpolicella through the traditional drying of grapes and extended oak maturation. A defining wine in the history of the estate established by Sergio Zenato in 1960, it brings together concentration, layered aromatics, a velvety texture and the freshness needed to balance its richness.

Sant'Ambrogio and the hills of Valpolicella Classica

The grapes come from selected hillside vineyards in Sant'Ambrogio di Valpolicella, in the province of Verona. Predominantly south-east-facing sites lie at approximately 300–350 metres above sea level, on stony, chalky-limestone soils of Cretaceous origin. Estate specifications describe an average vine age of about 30 years, Guyot training, around 5,000 vines per hectare, 6–8 buds per vine and an indicative yield of 80 quintals of grapes per hectare.

Local grape varieties and traditional drying

The blend draws on four established local varieties: Corvina Veronese, Rondinella, Oseleta and Croatina. Grapes are hand-harvested, generally between the second half of September and the first half of October. After careful selection, bunches are laid in crates and dried in a well-ventilated fruttaio for 3–4 months. This gradual loss of water concentrates the berries and helps produce Amarone's distinctive depth and texture.

Winemaking and extended oak ageing

The dried grapes are crushed and the wine remains on the skins for approximately 15–20 days, at a temperature of around 22°C. The wine then matures in large 30- and 65-hectolitre oak casks, for approximately four years under the winery's current technical protocol, followed by further time in bottle. These large casks support slow evolution without overwhelming the grape-derived character.

Aromas, palate and structure

Deep red in colour, with garnet hues developing as it ages, it offers aromas of cherries in spirits, dried plums, figs, sweet tobacco and fine spices, with balsamic, leather and cocoa nuances. The palate is generous, warming and velvety, with present tannins, balancing freshness and a long finish recalling ripe fruit and spice. The 2021 bottling is listed at 16.5% ABV.

Food pairings, serving and ageing potential

A natural match for braised and roasted meats, slow-cooked stews, game and mature cheeses, it is equally suited to full-flavoured traditional dishes. Serve at about 18°C in a generous glass. Stored in suitable cellar conditions, this structured Amarone can develop additional layers over time, making it an appealing choice for those who favour a complex, classic Valpolicella red.