About This Wine:
The Nicolis Family Winery was established in 1951 by Angelo Nicolis and his wife Natalia. Today, the winery is run by 3 of their sons, each adding to the company in his particular area of expertise. Giancarlo takes care of the vineyards and guarantees the grapes quality; Giuseppe is the oenologist who is responsible for the wine-making and assures the wines authenticity; Massimo handles the marketing for the domestic and foreign markets.
APPELLATION: Amarone della Valpolicella Classico D.O.C.
VARIETALS: 65 % Corvina, 20 % Rondinella, 5 % Molinara / 5% Croatina
VINEYARD: Located on hilly terrain in the heart of the Valpolicella.
VINIFICATION: Grapes are air-dried for 3-4 months after harvest, to intensify and concentrate the flavor components. They are then gently pressed, and ferment on the skins for over 1 month.
AGING: In large oak barrels for about 3 years.
What Does It Taste Like?Nicolis Amarone Classico is a full bodied, elegant and vigorous wine with an unmistakable spicy taste reminiscent of cinnamon and hazelnuts. This wine is great paired with game, roasts and strong-flavored cheeses. It is also a wonderful “meditation wine” served on its own.
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