Ca Bianca Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG - Begali 2019
BegaliCorvina, Rondinella, Molinara Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG 75 cl 2019
61,40 €−18%
Recommended price: 75,00 €
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Technical information
- Producer
- Begali
- Name
- Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG
- Variety
- Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara
- Vintage
- 2019
- Gradation
- 16.5%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Ripe red fruits, spices, cherry notes
- Vinification method
- Grape drying, slow fermentation
- Aging
- Minimum 4 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
- Region
- Veneto
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Valpolicella Classica
- Type
- Still red
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Ca Bianca Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva by Begali presents an intense, precise texture, typical of a top‑grade Amarone. In the glass it reveals an enveloping concentration: ripe red and black fruits alternate with delicate notes of cherries preserved in spirit, plum and a hint of cocoa and sweet spices. The palate is rich yet balanced, with polished tannins supporting a dense softness and well‑measured acidity; the finish is long, with fruity echoes and a slightly spicy trail. Overall it shows a balance that combines power and refinement.
Serve after a short decanting to open the aromas and appreciate the structure. It pairs with structured dishes: braised meats, stewed game, rich ragù and aged cheeses; it also surprises alongside a square of dark chocolate. Ideal for those seeking a wine of character, able to stand up to important dishes without losing finesse: a generous and measured table companion to be enjoyed slowly.
Serve after a short decanting to open the aromas and appreciate the structure. It pairs with structured dishes: braised meats, stewed game, rich ragù and aged cheeses; it also surprises alongside a square of dark chocolate. Ideal for those seeking a wine of character, able to stand up to important dishes without losing finesse: a generous and measured table companion to be enjoyed slowly.
The winery
Begali
Veneto (Valpolicella Classica)Italia
A family-run estate in Valpolicella Classica (San Pietro in Cariano, loc. Cengia), known for producing Amarone, Valpolicella and Ripasso wines that showcase the area's native grape varieties.
- Grape varieties
- Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Oseleta, Cabernet Sauvignon
- Production focused on Amarone della Valpolicella and wines from the local appellation.
- Family-run winery with multiple generations involved.
- Adoption of the National Quality System for Integrated Production
- Headquarters and vineyards in the hamlet of Cengia, municipality of San Pietro in Cariano
The story
Begali is a family-run estate rooted in the hamlet of Cengia, in the heart of Valpolicella. Over time the Begali family has developed the production of wines typical of the appellation, bringing their vineyard work and traditional appassimento practices to the bottle. The estate's communications reference grandfather Giordano's efforts and the continuation of the work by subsequent generations, leading to the current family management.
Production philosophy
Artisanal care of the vineyard and winery, with a focus on quality and environmental responsibility: the estate states it adopts integrated production practices and an approach aimed at limiting interventions in the vineyard to enhance the raw material and terroir.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in the hills of the Valpolicella Classica, on the slopes of Castelrotto in the province of Verona, the vineyards and wines express the character of the Veronese region and the area's proximity to Lake Garda.