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Monte Zovo
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Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG - Jeroboam - Wooden Case - Monte Zovo 2017
Format: 300 cl
CHF 174.53
Recommended price: CHF 193.74
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Technical information
Producer
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Monte Zovo |
Name
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Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG |
Variety
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Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara |
Vintage
|
2017 |
Gradation
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16.0% |
Format
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300 cl |
 Aromatic profile |
Red fruits, spices, notes of chocolate |
Vinification method
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Grape drying, slow fermentation |
Region
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Veneto |
Production area
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Valpolicella |
Country
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Italy |
Type
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Still red wine |
Aging
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Minimum 2 years |
Type of cask
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Large wooden casks and barriques |
 Color |
Intense ruby red |
Serving temperature
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16-18°C |
Recommended consumption
|
After 3-5 years from harvest |
Pairing
|
Red meats, game, aged cheeses |
Discover the excellence and majesty of Monte Zovo's Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG, presented in an impressive Jeroboam size and housed in a refined wooden case. This wine embodies the perfect synthesis of tradition and vinicultural innovation from Valpolicella, one of the most prestigious regions in the Italian wine landscape.
The production process of Monte Zovo's Amarone follows the traditional appassimento method, which entails drying the best grapes for several months, thus enhancing the concentration of sugars and aromas. After fermentation, the wine ages in oak barrels for over two years, followed by further refinement in the bottle, which enhances its structure and complexity.
In appearance, it boasts a deep ruby-red color, almost impenetrable. The nose offers a rich and persistent bouquet with notes of ripe wild berries, dried plums, sweet spices, and a slight touch of tobacco and chocolate, thanks to the elegant aging in wood. On the palate, Monte Zovo's Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG reveals itself as powerful yet balanced, with a well-integrated tannic structure and a persistent finish that invites a second sip.
Perfect for accompanying rich and savory dishes such as braised meats, stews, game, and aged cheeses, this Amarone is also ideal as a meditation wine. A wine with great impact and length, capable of evolving magnificently for many years to come.
The exclusive presentation in Jeroboam format and wooden case makes this Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG an ideal gift for wine enthusiasts and a prestigious addition to any cellar.
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The production process of Monte Zovo's Amarone follows the traditional appassimento method, which entails drying the best grapes for several months, thus enhancing the concentration of sugars and aromas. After fermentation, the wine ages in oak barrels for over two years, followed by further refinement in the bottle, which enhances its structure and complexity.
In appearance, it boasts a deep ruby-red color, almost impenetrable. The nose offers a rich and persistent bouquet with notes of ripe wild berries, dried plums, sweet spices, and a slight touch of tobacco and chocolate, thanks to the elegant aging in wood. On the palate, Monte Zovo's Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG reveals itself as powerful yet balanced, with a well-integrated tannic structure and a persistent finish that invites a second sip.
Perfect for accompanying rich and savory dishes such as braised meats, stews, game, and aged cheeses, this Amarone is also ideal as a meditation wine. A wine with great impact and length, capable of evolving magnificently for many years to come.
The exclusive presentation in Jeroboam format and wooden case makes this Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG an ideal gift for wine enthusiasts and a prestigious addition to any cellar.
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How to serve
Serve to:
16-18°C
When to drink it:
This wine is good immediately but you can age it for 5-10 years
Production area
Veneto
The winery
Monte Zovo – Winery in Veneto (sede a Caprino Veronese); vigneti anche nelle aree del Garda orientale e nella denominazione Lugana (zona Desenzano, Lombardia).
Discover the story and wines of Monte Zovo.
Family-owned estate based in Caprino Veronese (VR) producing wines typical of the Veronese and Garda areas (Valpolicella, Amarone, Bardolino) and Lugana, with a strong focus on sustainability and an integrated supply chain.
Region:
Veneto (sede a Caprino Veronese); vigneti anche nelle aree del Garda orientale e nella denominazione Lugana (zona Desenzano, Lombardia).
Country:
Italia
Founded:
1925
Grapes:
Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Molinara, Croatina, Cabernet Sauvignon, Turbiana (Trebbiano di Lugana), Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon
Headquartered in Caprino Veronese, with a modernized winemaking facility designed according to energy-efficiency criteria.
Production across multiple appellations: Valpolicella/Amarone, Bardolino/Chiaretto, Lugana.
Sustainable approach: winery designed for low energy consumption; certifications and practices aimed at biodiversity.
Portfolio including Amarone, Valpolicella Ripasso, Recioto, Lugana Le Civaie and the Calinverno project.
Controlled supply chain: grapes sourced from estate-owned vineyards and from quality agreements with local suppliers.
Winery history
The estate is managed by the Cottini family: its origins date back to 1925, and the business has developed over several generations into an operation with multiple estates. Over time the winery has expanded its production and wine portfolio, while maintaining direct control over the entire process from vineyard to bottle.
Production philosophy
Production connected to the land, family-run management and sustainability: Monte Zovo declares an ecological approach to its facilities and agricultural practices, summarized in the company principles and in the manifesto for the care of the territory.
Terroir and vineyards
The winery is based in Caprino Veronese and operates across several areas: Tenuta Marnebianche in Valpolicella, Tenuta Le Civaie for Lugana and Tenuta dell'Anfiteatro / eastern Lake Garda; a drying centre and fruit-drying facility are located in the Tregnago area.
Awards and recognitions
Numerous recognitions for Amarone and other labels: including Gambero Rosso, high ratings from Robert Parker, Falstaff and Wine Enthusiast, awards at the Merano Wine Festival, as well as mentions and scores for the Lugana and Calinverno wines.
Official Awards
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