AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO RISERVA

Amarone, one of the oldest Italian wines, boasts a history stretching back thousands of years. Already Catullus, in 49 BC, mentioned 'calices amariores' (bitter glasses), probably referring to an ancestor of Amarone. Over the centuries, this wine has maintained its importance, as evidenced by the Edict of Rotari, which protected the vines with severe penalties.

Its production, which has remained almost unchanged since the time of the Rhaetians, is characterised by artisanal methods. Amarone was probably born by chance from the complete fermentation of a recioto. It obtained DOC status in 1968 and later DOCG status, and today represents a valuable portion of Valpolicella wine production.

Characterised by a high content of alcohol, glycerine and resveratrol, Amarone is unique in the world for its qualities and longevity. Its deep garnet red colour and intense, dry bouquet make it ideal with game, braised meats and mature cheeses. It is famously paired with Amarone risotto, combining other Veronese delicacies such as Vialone Nano rice and Monte Veronese cheese.

Also appreciated as a meditation wine, Amarone continues to represent an excellence of the Italian wine-making tradition, maintaining its charm and quality through the centuries.

For generations, the Bonazzi family has been handing down the peasant work of grape growing and winemaking. The Fratelli Bonazzi winery is a family-run business, producing excellent classic vintage wines. The winery and vineyards are located in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico area, in foothill plots supported by the characteristic dry-wall terraces (marogne).

The winery, in addition to being linked to the ancient winemaking traditions handed down through the ages, is nevertheless always very attentive to technological innovations.
This is why Mario, Luciano and Angelo are constantly seeking to make changes in the winery and vineyards that will allow for qualitative improvements in the great gift that nature has given us: wine.