La Giaretta Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2020 – Intense and elegant Amarone from the heart of Valpolicella

La Giaretta Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2020 is an impressive Italian red wine with depth, power and elegance. This prestigious Amarone comes from Valpolicella Classico in Veneto, an area world-renowned for some of Italy’s most characterful wines. Here, tradition, terroir and craftsmanship come together in a wine that truly showcases the greatness of Amarone.

Amarone is made using the classic appassimento method. The grapes are harvested by hand and dried for several months in ventilated attics. During the drying process, the grapes lose liquid, while sugar, aroma and structure are concentrated. The result is a wine with great intensity, richness and complexity.

After drying, the must undergoes a slow fermentation and is then aged in wooden barrels where the wine develops its characteristic depth. The long maturation rounds out the tannins and imparts the elegant spices that make Amarone so sought after by wine lovers.

In the glass, La Giaretta Amarone 2020 is powerful and harmonious. It combines ripe fruit, warm spices and a silky smooth texture. The high alcohol and concentrated fruit create a wine with both warmth and balance.

It is a wine for special moments. It can be enjoyed on its own or accompany hearty dishes where its depth really comes into its own.

Tasting notes

• Color: Deep ruby red with elegant garnet reflections.
• Nose: Intense aromas of ripe cherries, plums and morels in alcohol with notes of dark chocolate, vanilla and tobacco.
• Taste: Velvety and rich with dried fruits, licorice and warm spices.
• Finish: Long and complex with mineral nuances and elegant warmth.

Food & Serving

La Giaretta Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2020 is ideal for hearty dishes. It goes perfectly with braised lamb, fillet of beef, game and classic simmered dishes. It also pairs well with mature cheeses such as Parmigiano Reggiano and Gorgonzola.

Serve the wine at 16-18°C and preferably after a short decant to allow all the aromas to unfold.

Aging potential

This Amarone has a great aging potential of 10-15 years. Over time, the wine will develop even greater complexity and more refined aromas. It is therefore also an ideal choice for the wine cellar for collectors and enthusiasts.

The story behind La Giaretta

La Giaretta is a family-owned winery in Valpolicella Classico. The family has worked for generations with great respect for the traditions and terroir of the area. The philosophy is to create authentic wines where craftsmanship and quality are at the center.

Their Amarone is a clear example of this approach. The combination of classic appassimento, long aging and carefully selected grapes create wines with depth, elegance and character.

Product information

• Producer: La Giaretta
• Region: Valpolicella Classico, Veneto, Italy
• Classification: Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG
• Vintage: 2020
• Grape varieties: Classic Valpolicella grapes
• Production: Appassimento method with grape drying
• Aging: Aging in wooden barrels
• Serving: 16-18°C
• Quantity: 75 cl
• Contains: Sulfites
• Alcohol content: 15%