Italy / Veneto
Add to my wine list2011 Vini Fabiano Amarone della Valpolicella DOC Classico 'I Fondatori'
Fabiano
Veneto
Dark red, impenetrable; the nose shows aromas of ripe cherry, blueberry and spicy nuances. Determined and strong on the palate, a very soft tannins accompanied by a sustained acidity gives way to hints of plum and cocoa
Viticulture
VINE TRAINING SYSTEM: Pergola Veronese in terraces contained by stone walls
("marogne").
HARVEST: Manual harvest
PRESSING: Soft pressing of partially destemmed grapes
Vinification
After a long drying of the grapes, following the ancient and typical drying
methode, grapes, carefully selected, are fermented at controlled temperature for over 60
days, improving the extraction of the nobile parts of the grapes.
Recommendation
Red meats and seasoned cheeses are the ideal combinations for
Amarone "I Fondatori". The majesty of this wine makes a nice companion even after a meal.