Lavarini Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
Vintage 2017
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 chocolatetobaccofigleathervanilla
Palate
Full-bodied with velvety, well-integrated tannins, low acidity typical of the appassimento process, and a rich, opulent texture with layers of concentrated dried fruit and spice.
Finish
The finish is long and warming, lingering with notes of bitter cocoa, dried plum, and a hint of sweet oak spice.
Food Pairings
- • braised short ribs
- • aged Parmigiano-Reggiano
- • wild boar ragù over pappardelle
- • duck confit
- • 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 2021
Bronze Decanter World Wine Awards 2023
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