The Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva 2018 from Montezovo represents the Cottini family's highest winemaking expression. This Riserva originates from a "Cru" selection of the most suitable vineyards located on the hills of Caprino Veronese, where the altitude and the influence of Lake Garda allow for an Amarone of extraordinary elegance, capable of defying decades.
Montezovo - Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva DOCG 2018: The Elegant Giant
The Amarone Riserva 2018 is a monumental wine that embodies patience and respect for nature's rhythms. 2018 is remembered in Valpolicella as a five-star vintage, characterized by a perfect climatic balance that allowed for masterful polyphenol maturation. After natural drying in drying lofts for over 100 days, the Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella grapes concentrated sugars and aromas, creating a nectar of incredible depth. This Riserva stands out for its ability to hide its imposing structure behind a rare finesse: it is not just power, but a symphony of velvety and persistent sensations that only long aging in wood can bestow.
Sensory Profile In the glass, it presents a deep, almost impenetrable garnet red. The bouquet is a layered sensory experience: initially, notes of Morello cherry in spirit, dried plum, and blackberry jam strike, then giving way to noble tertiary hints of dark chocolate, liquorice, sweet tobacco, and a refined trail of black pepper and cloves. On the palate, the entry is majestic, warm, and enveloping. The tannins are noble, dense, and silky, integrated into a structure that finishes with infinite persistence on balsamic and roasted notes.
Winemaking and Aging The hand-selected grapes rest in small trays in drying lofts for appassimento. This is followed by slow fermentation at controlled temperatures with long macerations. The peculiarity of the Riserva lies in its aging: the wine matures for at least 36-48 months in selected oak barrels, followed by further prolonged rest in the bottle. This long journey allows the Amarone to achieve that perfect harmony between the sweetness of the fruit and the complexity of its evolution.
Food Pairings A wine for grand occasions. It pairs magnificently with Amarone-braised meats, game (deer, wild boar), stews, and dishes enhanced with black truffle. It is the ideal companion for Parmigiano Reggiano aged over 36 months or intense blue cheeses. However, its natural calling is that of a "meditation wine," to be slowly sipped by the fireplace to enjoy every nuance.
Technical Data
Producer: Montezovo (Cottini Family)
Wine: Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva DOCG
Vintage: 2018
Grape Varieties: Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
Region: Veneto (Valpolicella - Caprino Veronese)
Aging: At least 36-48 months in wood
Alcohol Content: 16%
