Is it time to reflect on Amarone della Valpolicella?
Not all about taste or perceived prestige for Valpolicella. As the economy slows and a generation of consumers changes, expectations for its wines are shifting.
Grapes of Valpolicella, the parts of the sum
The grapes of Valpolicella give a virtually limitless range of flavours. Thus not knowing the components often result in these wines being misunderstood.
Valpolicella and the wild east
A big part of the Valpolicella lies to the east. Being furthest away from Lake Garda, the eastern side of the region experiences notable continental. But never undermine the talents of these winemakers. In the best hands, even a 17 per cent alcohol behemoth can perform like a tightrope walker.
Valpantena – The conundrum of Valpolicella
Although in close vicinity from the classic region, there are a couple of geographical features that make Valpantena dramatically different from Valpolicella Classica.
Valpolicella Classica – And there are classes in the Classic
The word classic implies an area of historical and cultural importance, and by no means a reflection of the style of wines that have been in place for centuries. In fact, almost all historical regions in the world are evolving in their own ways, expressing the best flavour they could without forsaking the traditions they sacredly guard.
Garbole – The mad dreamers of Valpolicella
It felt like seeing the painting of Pablo Picasso for the first time. Cubic, awkward angles, mangled and aloof. There is a sense of disagreement among all the senses. The colours of the brand, purely black and red, seems to scream danger. The wines are non-conforming and they speak a message, you don’t have to […]