A classy wine, born only in vintages of excellence. The Corvina and Rondinella grapes are selected from the oldest vineyards in the classic Valpolicella zone in the municipality of Sant'Ambrogio. The vinification technique used for Zenato Amarone is followed by lengthy ageing in Slavonian oak barrels for at least 4 years. It represents the absolute identity with which Zenato's experience and tradition are confronted throughout the world. Because of its particular value, it can also be enjoyed after 20 years. It is a wine with a compact, luminous colour; it expresses all the characteristics of its territory of origin with a complex, spicy elegance of aroma. Grape varieties: 80% Corvina, 10% Rondinella, 10% Oseletae CroatinaGeographical location and characteristics of the vineyard: Sant'Ambrogio di Valpolicella, hilly area, south-east exposure.Average altitude of the land: 300/350 metres above sea level. Soil type: prevalently cretaceous, calcareousFarming system: guyotAverage age of the vines: 20 yearsAverage number of buds: 6/7 per plantYield per hectare: 80 quintalsWhen and how the grapes are harvested: first ten days of OctoberWinemaking: after the grapes have been picked and manually sorted into small 5 kg boxes, they are left to dry for about four months in dry, well-aired drying rooms. Only in January, after the natural drying process, are the grapes pressed. A slow fermentation for 15-20 days on the skins follows and the wine is aged for at least 4 years in large oak casks and refined in bottles for at least one year.Colour: deep ruby red, tending to garnet red with age.Bouquet: intense, fruity (cherry, morello cherry and small berries), spicy. Taste: warm, full, with great structure.Serving temperature: 18°C, taking care to open it at least one hour before serving.Food and wine pairings: ideal with roast game, grilled red meat and mature cheeses, but also excellent as a meditation wine.Gusto Italiano StoreAmarone CollectionGusto Italiano Store