Le Bignele Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2012 (Magnum)

The history of winery Aldrighetti begins in 1818 with the purchase of some lots around the locality “Bignele”, a place surrounded by the nature of the classic Valpolicella hills, near a small country village called Valgatara (which is now an outlying suburb hamlet of Marano di Valpolicella).

From time their family has been of following family traditions and has tilled the land with passion and devotion for years. The winery stretches on a hilly land, with 8 hectares of vineyards, located at about 300 meters above sea level, and is run by two brothers Luigi and Angelo Aldrighetti together with their children Nicola and Silvia.

Tasting Notes

On the nose deep dark fruit, some minerals, strong alcohol. Palate fruity, a bit chocolaty, then spices, strong spice, mineral finish, medium finish, medium tannin.

Food Pairing

Amarone della Valpolicella is matched with roast or grilled meats, game and mature cheeses.

Grape Variety: Corvina

Country: Veneto - Italy