Guerrieri RizzardiCalcarole Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2017

Product code: 18053
£76.65 inc VAT
Limited Stock: (6 btls)
Italy
Red Wine from
Veneto, Italy
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Veneto
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Amarone della Valpolicella
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Guerrieri Rizzardi
Alcohol
Alcohol: 16%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Red Blend
Grape: 63% Corvina, 20% Corvinone, 10% Barbera, 7% Sangiovese
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Veneto
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Amarone della Valpolicella
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Guerrieri Rizzardi
Alcohol
Alcohol: 16%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Red Blend
Grape: 63% Corvina, 20% Corvinone, 10% Barbera, 7% Sangiovese

Product Notes

Guerrieri Rizzardi's Calcarole Amarone della Valpolicella Classico is an exquisite Italian wine originating from the glorious Veneto region. It's skillfully crafted from sundrenched grapes handpicked from ancient vines, then carefully aged in oak barrels. Upon tasting, you'll discover a robust, full-bodied wine with a balanced harmony of rich, dark fruits and subtle, spicy undertones. The palate reveals a velvety texture with a hint of chocolate and a long, elegant finish. This award-winning Amarone speaks of prestige and tradition, making an ideal partner for rich meat dishes or aged cheeses. It represents a true celebration of Italian winemaking excellence.

Tasting Notes

Often described as elegant in style (and 2013 is an ideal example) Calcarole is an Amarone that balances power and concentration with freshness and purity of intense, dark berried fruit.

About the Winery

Guerrieri Rizzardi

Guerrieri Rizzardi winery is a striking homage to quintessential Italian viticulture that dates back four centuries. Framed by the rustic charm of Veneto, this family-owned estate truly captures the vibrant spirit of traditional Italian wine making.

A significant vineyard holding, spread across four vineyards in the Classico area, renders Guerrieri Rizzardi a prestigious name in the heart of the Veneto wine region. This expansive wine haven nestled in the verdant Italian countryside makes a breathtaking vista. The hundred hectares of vineyards are meticulously cultivated, reflecting a profound respect for the environment.

What sets Guerrieri Rizzardi apart is its unending dedication in crafting wines that mirror the individuality of their terroir. Each wine they produce is an authentic testament of the land it springs from; thereby encapsulating the subtle nuances of their vineyards.

Not only does Guerrieri Rizzardi produce a diverse array of rich and elegant reds, but it also presents an impressive portfolio of whites, rose, and sparkling wines. Amongst their repertoire, the Amarone wines are particularly renowned; lauded for their intensity and complex flavor profiles. Their wines have graced the tables of wine connoisseurs globally and long-standing excellence has now become synonymous with the Guerrieri Rizzardi name.

Visitors to the winery can enjoy personalised wine tours, allowing them to view the wine-making process in its entirety, From the meticulously groomed vines to the ageing cellars - every detail crafts an enchanting narrative.

Indeed, Guerrieri Rizzardi is not merely a brand; it's a passionate celebration of fine Italian wine that has been perfected over centuries; balanced harmoniously with the serenity of nature. It's a legacy that, tastes as rich as it sounds, and a place where tradition and innovation intertwine to produce some of the finest Italian wines on the global stage.

https://www.guerrieri-rizzardi.it

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