Santa Sofia Gioè Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2016 – Anniversary vintage from a Valpolicella icon

Santa Sofia Gioè Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2016 is one of the house’s most prestigious wines. Made from only the best vintages, this Amarone represents the essence of Santa Sofia tradition and craftsmanship. The wine is powerful, complex and made for long aging.

The Gioè series has a special history. The first vintage was produced in 1964 and was created as a tribute to the farmer who passionately tended the family vineyards. Since then, the name Gioè has been a symbol of respect for both the people behind the vineyards and the long tradition of Valpolicella.

Only the most promising vintages are selected for Gioè. Each vintage is closely followed throughout its development. The aim is to create a wine with structure and balance that can age beautifully in the bottle for many years.

The 2016 vintage is particularly significant. This edition marks the wine’s 60th anniversary and also represents the 20th selected Gioè vintage. The bottles are aged in Santa Sofia’s historic cellars, where they develop the depth and complexity that characterizes great Amarone.

The wine is made using the classic Amarone method of drying the grapes after harvest. This process concentrates sugar, aroma and structure. The result is an intense wine with great body, deep fruit and warm spicy nuances.

Santa Sofia Gioè Amarone 2016 is a wine for collectors and wine lovers looking for an authentic Amarone from Valpolicella Classico. It can be enjoyed after decanting, but also has the potential to develop for many years in the cellar.

Tasting notes

Aroma: Intense and complex with notes of dried cherries, plums and raisins. Hints of cocoa, spices and light tobacco add depth.

Flavor: Rich and concentrated with layers of dark fruit, dried berries and spicy nuances. The tannins are ripe and elegant.

Finish: Long and warm aftertaste with notes of chocolate, spices and classic Amarone character.

The history of the house

Santa Sofia is a historic winery in Valpolicella with roots going back several generations. The Begnoni family has worked for many years to preserve the wine traditions of the area while developing wines of great quality and character.

The Gioè series is named after the farmer who once tended the vineyards with great dedication. The wine is made only in selected vintages and aged in Santa Sofia’s historic cellars, making each edition a special chapter in the history of the house.

• Product name: Santa Sofia Gioè Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
• Producer: Santa Sofia
• Appellation: Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
• Region: Veneto
• Country: Italy
• Series: Gioè – selected vintages
• Vintage: 2016
• Anniversary: 60 years of the Gioè series
• Selected vintages: 20 vintage produced since 1964
• Quantity: 75 cl
• Contains: Sulfites
• alcohol: 15%alcohol