Features
Name:
Amarone della Valpolicella DOC 2008 Dal Forno 3-bottle box
Terrain:
Clayey - calcareous
Cellar
The historic Dal Forno Romano winery is one of the Italian wineries known for producing excellent red wines in the Veneto region. From the very beginning, the philosophy of the winery's founder has been based on producing fine, quality wines and making the most of the characteristics of the terroir. The land's exposure to sun and wind make it ideal for the production of Amarone and Valpolicella. Innovation and attention to detail make this company one of the best in its field, thanks to the intense work of its founder Romano Dal Forno and his family.
Description
Amarone della Valpolicella DOC 2008, from the famous Dal Forno Romano company, is produced at 60% with Corvina grapes, at 20% with Rondinella grapes, at 10% with Oseleta grapes and at 10% with Croatina grapes. The grapes were harvested solely by hand. This is a great red wine that is appreciated and sought after worldwide. It is a fine wine that belongs to the most important reds of Italy.
Organoleptic characteristics:
It has a dark, deep ruby red colour. Intense, clean-cut aromas of small red fruits emerge on the nose, surrounded by sweet spicy hints and tertiary aromas of chocolate and cocoa. In the mouth it is enveloping and well-balanced, intensely aromatic and pleasantly soft with important tannins.
Storage time:
Over 25 years
Vinification
Vinified in stainless steel, with fermentation and maceration at a controlled temperature.
Acknowledgements
2008 Robert Parker 95/100
2008 James Sukcling 97/100
2008 Wine Spectator 94/100
2008 Antonio Galloni 98/100
