2018 Quintarelli Amarone della Valpolicella Classico

This unique, magnificent wine comes from the absolute godfather of Amarone. This Amarone is produced exclusively in the best years, and after the 2003, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012, 2015, and 2017 vintages, the 2018 is the next vintage. After being harvested by hand, the grapes are dried naturally for several months. They are then pressed, after which they undergo their first fermentation for 20 days. The subsequent alcoholic fermentation lasts 45 days. After this, the wine matures for seven years in oak barrels and then for a further two years in the bottle before being released. The vineyards were planted in the 1980s. The soil is basalt with limestone. Quintarelli has a total of only 11 hectares of vineyards. The wine is a very intense ruby red, with a wonderfully powerful bouquet of red fruit, cherries, and plums, complemented by cocoa, licorice, and vanilla. The palate is full-bodied and intense, with an incredibly refined elegance and a remarkably long, powerful finish, and unparalleled complexity. The wine is a blend of 55% Corvina, 25% Rondinella, and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by hints of Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, and Croatina. In the years leading up to "Bepi" Giuseppe Quintarelli's death in 2012 from Parkinson's disease, there was much confusion surrounding the fortunes of this top winery. Giuseppe Quintarelli had been ill for a long time, but his surviving family (four daughters and numerous grandchildren) began a new chapter more than a year after his death. Quintarelli's heirs, Francesco and Lorenzo (both grandsons), now jointly manage the estate with Giampaolo (son-in-law) and continue to focus on delivering only top quality. This Amarone was only released at the end of 2022 and is among the very best Amarones available. Drinking window 2026-2045+ FACT: The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you choose "Pick up" at the checkout page. We're located right next to the Rijksweg with ample parking. Click here for our address