Monte Zovo

Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG - Magnum - Wooden Case - Monte Zovo 2017

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Producer	Monte Zovo
Name	Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG
Variety	Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
Vintage	2017
Gradation	16.0%
Format	150 cl
Aromatic profile	Ripe red fruits, spices, chocolate notes
Vinification method	Grape drying, slow fermentation
Region	Veneto
Production area	Valpolicella
Country	Italy
Type	Red
Aging	Minimum 2 years
Type of cask	Oak barrels
Color	Intense ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	Within 10-15 years
Pairing	Red meats, game, aged cheeses

Description

This extraordinary Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG, presented in an elegant Magnum bottle and housed in a refined wooden case, is the result of the meticulous selection by Monte Zovo winery. The vineyards, located in the heart of Valpolicella, benefit from an ideal microclimate that is reflected in the quality of the grapes.

Monte Zovo's Amarone della Valpolicella is crafted through the traditional practice of appassimento, where the Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara grapes are gently dried for several months, concentrating their sugars and aromas. After fermentation, the wine ages in French oak barriques for a period ranging from 2 to 3 years, followed by further aging in the bottle.

Visually, it presents a deep ruby red color, which tends towards garnet with aging. On the nose, complex notes of ripe fruit like cherry and plum emerge, along with nuances of spices, chocolate, and a slight hint of tobacco. On the palate, the wine reveals a robust structure, balanced by pleasant acidity and velvety tannins, offering a long and persistent finish.

This Amarone is ideal for accompanying rich and flavorful dishes such as braised meats, stews, and aged cheeses. It is also perfect as a meditation wine, to be savored on its own to appreciate its complexity and depth.

Serve at a temperature of 18°C to enhance all its nuances. Monte Zovo's Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG is undoubtedly an excellent choice for lovers of intense and complex wines, as well as a prestigious gift thanks to its presentation in a wooden case. A shining addition to any wine cellar.

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Glass:

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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).

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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.

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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.