Venturini, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Ris. The “Amarone” appellation dates back to the 8th/10th Century when it became necessary to label the wine produced with dried grapes, similar to Recioto but with completely different characteristics. With Recioto steps are taken to prevent the conversion of its residual sugars to alcohol resulting in a sweet wine, whereas with Amarone (Amaro meaning bitter ) fermentation continues resulting in the renowned dry, red wine, full-bodied, strong and distinguished. Appellation: Amarone della Valpolicella DOC Type: Red Grape Varietals: Corv ina 70% Rondinella 25% Molinara 5% Region: Veneto Vineyard Notes: Production area: Situated in the hilly area of Valpolicella Classica at around 250 meters/ 820 feet above sea level. Vineyard exposure: mainly South-West Soil: very light limestone rich in fossils Training System: Pergola Trentina (Trento trellis) Density: about 3.000 vines/ every 2.5 acres Average of vines: 30 years old Number of buds per vine: 20-25 Harvest: October, hand picking and sorting Winemaking Notes: Production Technique: The finest bunches are selected and arranged on hurdles or trays in special rooms, which must be dry and well ventilated, until January. During this time, they lose about 40% of their weight. Vinification: January with traditional pressing, keeping the grapes in bunches. Fermentation: temperature between 15/20 °C or 59/68˚F. Duration of maceration 45 days. Daily remontage. Aging: Transfer to oak barrels immediately after drawing wine from vats. Maturing in oak barrels for 5 years. Maturing in bottles for about 1 year. Tasting Notes: It is an intense ruby red that over the years becomes a deep garnet color. Strong red fruit and cherry bouquet, spiced and balsamic notes emerge. It has a warm, velvety, robust flavor with a pleasantly bitter after taste. It is a meditation wine or best paired with grilled and roasted meats, game and strong cheeses. .