Luigi Righetti
Luigi Righetti Amarone della Valpolicella
4.5
Expert Rating
3.6
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Luigi Righetti Amarone della Valpolicella is a premium wine produced by the renowned Luigi Righetti winery in the Valpolicella appellation of Italy. The vineyards are situated on the hillsides of the region, where the grapes are grown in ideal conditions to produce a rich and complex wine. The winemaking process involves a unique technique called appassimento, where the grapes are dried for several months to concentrate their flavors and aromas. This results in a full-bodied wine with intense flavors of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice, balanced by a firm tannic structure. Luigi Righetti Amarone della Valpolicella is a perfect choice for those who appreciate a bold and flavorful wine with a long and satisfying finish.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Amarone della Valpolicella Classico from Luigi Righetti is a dark and intense expression of the variety.It has a deep ruby color, with aromas of ripe dark fruit, sweet spices, and smoky notes. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, with layers of dark cherry, blackberry, dried herbs, and earthy tannins. The finish is long and inviting, with a hint of toasted oak. An intense and powerful expression of the Amarone style, it's a wine to be savored.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Very high
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Molinara
Corvina
ORIGINS
Winery: Luigi Righetti
Region: Veneto
Veneto is a region in the north-eastern part of Italy, located between the Adriatic Sea and the Alps. It is one of the most important wine-producing regions in the country, with a long history of winemaking and a wide variety of wines.
The history of winemaking in Veneto dates back to the Roman Empire, when the region was known as Venetia. The Romans planted vineyards in the area and developed a variety of winemaking techniques. In the Middle Ages, Veneto was home to some of the most renowned winemakers in Europe, and the region's wines were highly sought after. Today, Veneto is one of the most important wine-producing regions in Italy, with a wide range of styles and varieties.CUSTOMER RATING
3.6
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