Guerrieri RizzardiCalcarole Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2017

Name: Calcarole Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
Brand: Guerrieri Rizzardi
SKU: VIN-018053
Price: 438 GBP
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Product code: 18053

£73.00 inc VAT

£438.00 / case of 6

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Red Wine from
Veneto, Italy

Country: Italy

Region: Veneto

Sub-Region: Amarone della Valpolicella

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Guerrieri Rizzardi

Alcohol: 16%

Volume: 750 ml

Grape: Red Blend

Grape: 63% Corvina, 20% Corvinone, 10% Barbera, 7% Sangiovese

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Country: Italy

Region: Veneto

Sub-Region: Amarone della Valpolicella

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Guerrieri Rizzardi

Alcohol: 16%

Volume: 750 ml

Grape: Red Blend

Grape: 63% Corvina, 20% Corvinone, 10% Barbera, 7% Sangiovese

Product Notes

The Guerrieri Rizzardi Calcarole Amarone della Valpolicella Classico wine is a complex and captivating blend hailing from Italy’s esteemed Valpolicella region. This elegant wine, sublime in both taste and texture, boasts rich, saturated flavours of dark berries. Its intensity is balanced with a velvety suppleness, enchanting every sense. Earthy undertones of mushroom and truffle complement a potent fruit-forward profile. Noteworthy for its deep ruby colour and enduring finish, this wine ages harmoniously, maturing into a full-bodied masterpiece. The Calcarole Amarone is a spectacular expression of Guerrieri Rizzardi’s commitment to craftsmanship and authentic Italian winemaking.

Tasting Notes

Often described as elegant in style (and 2013 is an ideal example) Calcarole is an Amarone that balances power and concentration with freshness and purity of intense, dark berried fruit.

About the Winery

Nestled in the breathtaking Italian countryside, you’ll find the historic Guerrieri Rizzardi winery. Its distinct vineyards unfurl across four separate estates, graced by the favourable climates of Valpolicella and Bardolino. The serene location, steeped in a wealth of history, engenders an ideal environment for this well-rooted family-run business.

The illustrious winery is the culmination of a harmonious merger between two wine-producing families in 1914. The Count Guerrieri, owner of an estate in Bardolino, and the Countess Rizzardi, who ran an estate in Negrar, pooled their resources, knowledge and ardent passion for wine, paving the way for what Guerrieri Rizzardi is today.

Renowned for producing wine of exceptional quality, Guerrieri Rizzardi ardently adheres to traditional wine-making techniques. This commitment, coupled with each family member's involvement, lends a personal touch to every bottle that emerges from the winery. Promising meticulous attention to detail, the family plays an active role in every process, from the cultivation of the vines to the artful blend of their signature wines.

At the helm of their vineyards is the commitment to ignite a love for Italian wines in every palate, globally. Guerrieri Rizzardi prides itself in its diverse range of award-winning wines, such as the delicate Bardolino, the robust Amarone, and the exquisite Soave.

A visit to Guerrieri Rizzardi winery will not only delight the senses, but also educate about the intriguing process of quality wine production, rich vintages and the heritage that spurs them on to maintaining excellence. So, next time you happen to be in Italy dont miss visiting this charming winery.

In a holistic essence, Guerrieri Rizzardi is more than just a winery. It is a beacon of rich Italian heritage, exceptional wine-making philosophy, and familial warmth that shines through each delectable drop of its world-class wines.

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