Bertani Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2012

Bertani Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2012 is an impressive Amarone that combines classic Italian wine tradition with a more modern and elegant style. This iconic wine from Valpolicella shows how great Amarone can be powerful, refined and vibrant at the same time. It’s a wine for the discerning wine lover looking for depth, balance and an authentic taste experience from one of Italy’s most prestigious wine regions.

The 2012 vintage marks the beginning of a new era at Bertani, where the focus is on purity, freshness and precision in wine expression. The result is an Amarone that still has the classic intensity and complexity, but is more energetic, elegant and structured. The wine is produced using the traditional appassimento method, where the grapes are dried before pressing, which concentrates aroma, structure and flavor.

In the glass, the wine appears deep and intense with a dark ruby red color. The aroma opens elegantly with notes of licorice, red berries and subtle spicy nuances. The taste is a dry and refined Amarone with beautiful raspberry tones, vibrant acidity and an impressive balance of fruit, structure and finesse. The modern style gives the wine a nice suppleness while retaining the classic Amarone character.

Bertani Amarone 2012 is a wine with great ageing potential. Today it is focused and structured, but with 5-10 more years of aging it will develop even greater complexity, depth and silky elegance. It is an excellent match for hearty dishes such as braised beef, game, truffle dishes, mature cheeses or classic Italian specialties.

Tasting notes

• Aroma: Licorice, red berries, light spice and elegant ripe fruit notes.
• Taste: Dry and refined with raspberry fruit, great structure and vibrant acidity.
• Body: Full-bodied but elegant with a modern and balanced style.
• Finish: Long, complex and structured with fresh fruit and spicy nuances.

The history of the house

The Bertani winery is one of the most historic and respected names in Valpolicella. Founded in 1857, the house has since been a central figure in the development of Amarone wine. Bertani is particularly known for their uncompromising focus on quality, tradition and long aging, which has made their Amarone a reference wine in the area. The combination of historical know-how, classic methods and modern precision makes Bertani one of Italy’s most recognized producers.

• Producer: Bertani
• Country: Italy
• Region: Valpolicella Classico
• Vintage: 2012
• Grapes: 80% Corvina Veronese, 20% Rondinella
• Quantity: 75 cl
• Contains: Sulfites
• Alcohol content: 15.5%