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  Nicolis "Ambrosan" Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico D.O.C. 2004 (Veneto, Italy) - [WS 94] [WE 93]
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Winery: Nicolis
Varietal: 70% Corvina, 20% Rondinella, 10% Croatina
Region: Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy
Vintage: 2004
Bottle Size: 750 ml

Product Code: NICOLISAMARONEAMBROSAN04-W

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Rank #88 - Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2011
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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: 70 % Corvina, 20 % Rondinella, 10 % Croatina

VINEYARD: The “Ambrosan” vineyard is located in the hilly zone of Valpolicella.

VINIFICATION: Grapes are air-dried for 3-4 months. Crushing and maceration for over 30 days in temperature controlled vats.

AGING: Half of the grapes are aged in Slovenian oak barrels and the other half in French oak barrels for 3 years.

What Does It Taste Like?

Amarone “Ambrosan” is the top of Nicolis’ production. It is a princely, full-bodied, elegant and vigorous wine with an intense garnet red color and a dry taste, robust but delicate with vanilla hints. The perfume is a compound of flowers, wood and leather. It is best served with game, full-flavored cheeses and roasts. It can also be enjoyed on special occasions as a “meditation wine”.

Ratings & Reviews

Rank #88 Top 100 of 2011, 94 Points & "Hot Wine" - Wine Spectator Magazine:
"Offers an aromatic mix of kirsch, dried roses, dried marjoram, blackberry candy, cardamom, fresh earth and smoke, with supple tannins and ripe acidity. There’s power to this, but it’s wrapped in a silky texture that results in an overall vibrant, stylish impression. A hint of espresso lingers on the finish. Drink now through 2024. From Italy."—A.N. (Aug 3, 2011)

93 Points - Wine Enthusiast Magazine:
"Ambrosan takes Amarone intensity to the next level. The wine is plump, rich and loaded with dark fruit, spice and smoke. Possible food pairings include red meat or roast pork that would match the stamina, but also the overall softness of the tannins."  — M.L.  (2/1/2011)

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