Corvina is a red grape from the Veneto famous for its role in Amarone della Valpolicella. It almost always occurs as a blend in the red wines of the Valpolicella but is occasionally made as a mono-varietal wine under Verona’s IGP appellation.
“A lighter style of Amarone that leans on impressive fragrance and a fresh, floral personality. Still young and a little closed, but plenty of violets and rose petal on the nose to compliment a subtle note of black fruit. A firm, structured palate holds up a graceful curtain of forest fruits and sweet spice. Elegant and deftly balanced, it’s an unassuming and authentic contender, but unmistakably Amarone.”
“Clove, liquorice and wild herb jostles with swirling notes of plum, blackberry and tobacco to offer an enticingly complex nose. Medium bodied, with velvety rich tannins and deep waves of black fruit compote, this is a fine example of balanced and elegant ripasso. Showcases both terroir and the power of the technique.”
“Fragrant, and delightfully fresh, this shows delicate red fruit on the nose with a polished but authentic charm. An ideal choice for a casual lunch, this is bright and pretty, bringing together ripe cherry and dark berry notes to partner flashes of violet scents. Very subtle, but plenty of personality to compliment its mineral finesse. A simple but effective wine.”
“A bright and fun nose of summer fruits, with lots of vibrant and juicy berry flavours. Red fruit predominantly, although a backbone of black fruit and chocolate runs through it. Attractive, fresh, authentic.”
“Restrained nose gradually reveals layers of black fruit and damp earth. Takes a while to open out but when it does, it seduces with elegant floral aromas, ethereal fragrances of violets, spice and chocolate. Thunderous waves of blackcurrant compote engulf a robust, tannic structure. Matched by prominent acidity and alcohol to ensure a top wine and a triumph for the Mazzi family.”
Corte Sant’Alda is a highly regarded biodynamic wine estate in Veneto, producing the classic red wines of Valpolicella and impressive white wine in Soave.
The Allegrini family boasts one of the great names of Italian winemaking. Known primarily for their excellent Amarone della Valpolicella, they also produce a range of wines from around the Veneto.
Terre di Pietra craft a number of small production wines in the Valpolicella region. The estate is known best for the ‘Rosson’ Amarone della Valpolicella, of which they only produce around 2500 bottles a year.
Zenato is one of the great wine making families of the Veneto. With a commitment to creating quality wines at accessible prices, they have built their reputation on the back of excellent Amarone, Valpolicella and Lugana.
Cà Bottura is situated in the heart of Bardolino. Maurizio Andreoli inherited his passion for vineyards from his father Romano, and today Maurizio, together with his son Andrea farm land in the hills of Bardolino, Costermano and Garda.
Giovanni Ederle is a young winemaker in the Valpolicella area of Veneto. He focuses on sustainable viticulture and prefers minimal intervention in the cellar.
