Tenuta Sant'Antonio
Tenuta Sant'Antonio Campo dei Gigli Amarone della Valpolicella
4.3
Expert Rating
4.3
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Tenuta Sant'Antonio Campo dei Gigli Amarone della Valpolicella is a premium wine produced by the renowned winery Tenuta Sant'Antonio in the Valpolicella appellation of Italy. The wine is made from carefully selected grapes grown in the estate's vineyards, which are characterized by their unique soil composition and favorable microclimate. The winemaking process involves a meticulous selection of the best grapes, which are then dried for several months to concentrate their flavors and aromas. The resulting wine is a rich and complex Amarone with intense notes of dark fruit, chocolate, and spices, balanced by a firm tannic structure and a long, persistent finish.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Tenuta Sant'Antonio Campo dei Gigli Amarone della Valpolicella is an exquisite red wine from the Veneto region of Italy.It is made from the Corvina, Rondinella, and other local grapes, and is aged for three years in oak barrels. On the nose it has aromas of black cherry, prune, cocoa, tobacco, and leather. On the palate it is full-bodied, with notes of ripe dark fruits, espresso, dark chocolate, and dried herbs. The finish is long and elegant, with chewy tannins and a hint of warming spice. Enjoy it with a juicy steak or a hearty Italian pasta dish.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2057
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Very high
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (5)
Corvina
Rondinella
ORIGINS
Winery: Tenuta Sant'Antonio
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
4.3
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