Zeni Amarone della Valpolicella Classico

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Zeni Amarone della Valpolicella Classico

Name: Zeni Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
Brand: Zeni
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.5 (0 reviews)

Italy, Veneto

Red wine

4.5

Expert Rating

4.2

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Zeni Amarone della Valpolicella Classico is a premium wine produced by Zeni Winery, located in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico appellation in Italy. The vineyards are situated on the hillsides, benefiting from the ideal microclimate and soil composition. The grapes are carefully selected and handpicked, then dried for several months to concentrate their flavors and aromas. The winemaking process involves a long maceration and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a full-bodied and complex wine with intense notes of dark fruit, spices, and chocolate. This Amarone is a perfect example of the traditional style of the region, showcasing the unique terroir and winemaking techniques.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Aromas of ripe cherries, dried figs, and plum jam dominate the nose of the Zeni Amarone della Valpolicella Classico.Hints of licorice, herbs, and coffee add complexity and depth. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and concentrated with flavors of dark berry, prunes, and baking spices. The finish is long and persistent with a pleasant and lingering earthy complexity. An excellent expression of the Amarone style, this wine will be a great accompaniment to a variety of dishes.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

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2025

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Sweetness:

Sweet

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

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Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Intense

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Full

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

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Grippy

GRAPES (3)

Corvina

Rondinella

ORIGINS

Winery: Zeni

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

4.2

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