Ratings
93 points (WineAlign · 2021 vintage)
Identity
| Producer | Zonin |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOCG |
| Grapes | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Intense garnet red with bright reflections |
| Aroma | Aromatic profile with intense notes of ripe black cherry, plum, dried berries, prunes, balsamic hints, spices such as cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, and subtle hints of tobacco and leather. |
| Palate | Full-bodied, warm, velvety, with a majestic but balanced structure, soft tannins, aromatic and persistent, with a complex and layered palate. |
| Finish | Long, persistent finish with notes of dried fruit, spices, tobacco, and a velvety texture. |
| Food Pairing | Pairs excellently with rich traditional cuisine, noble meats, game, aged cheeses, braised dishes, and hearty pasta. |
| Aging Potential | 10-20 years depending on vintage and producer |
| Serving Glassware | Large balloon glasses |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGH
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| ABV % | 15.5 |
| Aging Process | Aged in large Slavonian oak barrels (30 hectoliters) for 2 years, followed by 6 months bottle aging. |
| Fermentation | Fermentation lasts 4-6 weeks, preceded by 7-8 days of pre-maceration on skins, slow and cold. |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 150-500 meters |
| Soil | calcareous, clay-rich soils of glacial-alluvial origin |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand-harvested, placed in well-ventilated and dry rooms for drying (appassimento) for about 90 to 120 days. |
Interesting facts
| Zonin Amarone is produced by the historic Zonin winery founded in 1821 in Veneto, Italy. The wine is made using traditional appassimento methods with drying of grapes for about 120 days. It is a classic expression of Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG. |