Lavarini Amarone della Valpolicella Classico

Vintage 2016
by Lavarini Vini
Varietal Corvina
Color red
Region igt Veneto,Veneto
Country Italy
Medal Score
9.0
3 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
dried black cherrydark chocolatetobaccoleatherdried figcinnamon
Palate

Full-bodied with velvety, well-integrated tannins, low acidity, and a rich, opulent texture characteristic of the appassimento process.

Finish

Long, warming finish with lingering notes of espresso, dark cocoa, and dried plum that persist for well over a minute.

Food Pairings
  • • braised beef short ribs
  • • aged Parmigiano-Reggiano
  • • wild boar ragu with pappardelle
  • • duck confit with cherry reduction
  • • dark chocolate torte
Serving Temp
18-20°C
Drink Window
Now through 2032

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Double Gold Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge 2022
Silver IWSC International Wine & Spirit Competition 2022
Bronze IWSC International Wine & Spirit Competition 2020

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