L’Amarone Classico della Valpolicella is crafted from a blend of indigenous red grape varieties from the Veneto region, featuring 70% Corvina, 15% Corvinone, 10% Rondinella, and 5% other native red grapes. The cultivation system used is the pergoletta, and during manual harvesting, the Secondo Marco winery selects only the best bunches, which are then dried for about 120 days. The must ferments for 45 days, macerating with the skins. The wine then undergoes an important aging phase, spending the first 42 months in 50-hectoliter oak barrels, followed by an additional 12 months of maturation in the bottle.
The Amarone della Valpolicella Classico from the Secondo Marco winery reveals itself in the glass with a dark, dense color reminiscent of ruby. The nose is deep, showcasing sensations of small red and black fruits, interwoven with hints of spices and lightly roasted coffee. On the palate, it has excellent body—vigorous, smooth, and warm—with a consistent and flavorful profile. The well-integrated tannins enhance the wine's smoothness, making each sip enjoyable.
A label of great character and intensity, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico pairs wonderfully with aged cheeses or hearty red meat dishes in sauce.
To fully appreciate its style, this wine should be served at a temperature of 16–18°C.