Cesari
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC 2006
Vineyards:
Produced from vineyards scattered throughout the historic Valpolicella Classic production area in the towns of Negrar, Marano, Sant’Ambrogio, Fumane and San Pietro in Cariano. Although the soil varies, it is mostly clayey in consistency with element of tufa rock and limestone.
Technical Data:
- Residual Sugar: 9.0 grams/liter
- Acidity: 5.9 grams/liter
- Dry Extract: 30.4 grams/liter
Winemaking:
In late September, a highly selective manual harvest of only the best fruit was carried out directly in the vineyard. Placed in crates in a single layer, the grapes were transported to fruttai - well-ventiliated rooms – where they were left to dry for 3-4 months during which time they were constantly monitored to avoid rot. In January, after losing 30-40% of their original weight, the raisined fruit was pressed and underwent maceration for 25 days. Yeasts were strictly selected as they must be resistant to both high alcoholic content and cold tempertatures given the climatic conditions at the time. To complete malolactic fermentation, the wine was racked off the lees and transferred into stainless steel vats. Matured in French Allier barriques and tonneaux, followed by large Slavonian oak casks for a total of 3 years. The wine was further refined in bottle for an additional 8 months prior to release.
Tasting Notes:
On the nose, the typical notes of raisined fruit and cherry flavors are dominant. Mild hints of vanilla and spice are present as well. Elegant and warm with a velvety mouthfeel. Incredibly long, persistent finish that lingers on the palate. Amarone ages gracefully for upwards of 10 years if stored properly.
Food Pairings:
Decant prior to consumption. Enjoy with hearty dishes, such as game or grilled red meats, as well as fully-flavored, aged cheeses.
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Wine Spectator - 92 pts
Wine Spectator
This fresh, juicy red is driven by a rich note of black licorice snap, mixed with flavors of damson plum and crushed currant, with accents of freshly ground spices-anise, clove and cardamom. Shows fine balance and polish throughout, with a sweet smoke note and subtle tannins building on the finish. Drink now through 2026. -A. [...]
Wine Enthusiast
This is a luscious, dark and delicious Amarone with really fun aromas of cinnamon and Christmas spice beyond more obvious tones of ripe fruit, prune and plum. It shows levely, rich density in the mouth as well.
