Mazzano Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG - Masi Agricola

The Mazzano Amarone della Valpolicella Classico from Masi Agricola in Veneto displays a dense, ruby-red color in the swirling glass. There is also a transition to garnet red. When given some air by swirling, this red wine reveals high viscosity, as seen by the prominent tears on the glass rim. In a Burgundy glass, this Old World red wine offers wonderfully noble aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, Morello cherry, and mulberry, complemented by additional fruity nuances contributed by barrel aging.

The Mazzano Amarone della Valpolicella Classico from Masi Agricola is the right choice for all wine connoisseurs who prefer dry wines. However, it never appears sparse or brittle, but round and smooth. On the palate, this powerful red wine is characterized by an incredibly full-bodied texture. Its vibrant acidity presents the Mazzano Amarone della Valpolicella Classico as wonderfully fresh and lively. The finish of this excellently age-worthy red wine from the Veneto wine region, specifically from Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG, impresses with an extraordinary aftertaste.

Vinification of Masi Agricola Mazzano Amarone della Valpolicella Classico

The robust Mazzano Amarone della Valpolicella Classico from Italy is a blend made from the grape varieties Corvina, Molinara, and Rondinella. The Mazzano Amarone della Valpolicella Classico is a true Old World wine in the best sense of the word, as this Italian exudes an exceptional European charm that clearly emphasizes the success of wines from the Old World. An additional significant influence on the ripening of the harvest is that the Corvina, Molinara, and Rondinella grapes thrive under the influence of a warm climate. This results, among other things, in particularly well-ripened grapes and a relatively high alcohol content in the wine. After manual harvest, the grapes are quickly transferred to the winery. Here, they are sorted and gently crushed. Subsequently, fermentation takes place in small wooden vessels at controlled temperatures. After fermentation ends, the Mazzano Amarone della Valpolicella Classico is further matured for several months in barrels made of French and Slavic oak. Following barrel aging, the wine undergoes a significant bottle aging, which makes this red wine even more complex.

Food pairing recommendation for Masi Agricola Mazzano Amarone della Valpolicella Classico

This Italian should be enjoyed best at a temperature of 15 - 18°C. It is perfect as a companion for cabbage roulades, Beef Bourgogne, or veal roast with beans and tomatoes.

Awards for Masi Agricola Mazzano Amarone della Valpolicella Classico

In addition to an icon wine reputation, this red from Masi Agricola also boasts numerous awards and top ratings above 90 points. Specifically, for the 2012 vintage:

• Bibenda (Duemilavini) - 5 grapes
• Gambero Rosso - 3 red glasses
• Guida Vitae AIS - 4 bunches
• James Suckling - 96 points
• Wine Enthusiast - 93 points

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