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Mark Faber95 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Italo Cescon
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Ca'Della Scala Mezzopiano Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2018"Grapes are sourced from the north of Verona, in the hilly vineyards with medi..."$50.00 -
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- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Italo Cescon
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.0% Alcohol
Ca'Della Scala Pianissimo Amarone della Valpolicella 2017"Grapes are sourced from the north of Verona, in the hilly vineyards with medi..."$99.00 -
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2020
- Brand La Dama
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
La Dama Valpolicella Classico 2020"The most authentic wine of Valpolicella, here no process is made between the ..."$36.99 -
- Variety Cabernet Blend
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Vignalta
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Vignalta Gemola Colli Euganei Rosso 2009"A Premier Cru Classé Pomerol from the Veneto? It may sound strange, but that ..."$54.99 -
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James Suckling98 points
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Falstaff Magazi95 points
- Variety Corvina
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Zenato
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Zenato Sergio Zenato Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG 2015"Amarone, the small jewel in our product line, is rightly considered the king ..."$229.99 -
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- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Allegrini
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.84% Alcohol
Allegrini Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2016"Vintage 2016 was characterized by generally positive climatic conditions, des..."$160.00 -
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Allegrini
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.84% Alcohol
Allegrini Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2017"Vintage 2016** was characterized by generally positive climatic conditions, d..."$180.00 -
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Wine Enthusiast92 points
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Decanter91 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Allegrini
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 16.0% Alcohol
Allegrini Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2018"The result of the Allegrini family’s expertise, a true classic of the appella..."$185.00 -
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Wine Enthusiast90 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2007
- Brand Cantina Buglioni
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 16.0% Alcohol
Buglioni Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2007"Cantina Buglioni is an Italian estate founded in 1993 situated in Veneto. Its..."$109.00 -
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Gary Walsh91 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Italo Cescon
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Ca'Della Scala Allegretto Valpolicella Doc 2017"From the vineyards of San Pietro in Cariano and Negrar, which have white chal..."$34.99 -
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Gary Walsh91 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Italo Cescon
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Ca'Della Scala Allegretto Valpolicella Doc 2018"From the vineyards of San Pietro in Cariano and Negrar, which have white chal..."$34.99 -
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Gary Walsh91 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Italo Cescon
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Ca'Della Scala Allegretto Valpolicella Doc 2019"From the vineyards of San Pietro in Cariano and Negrar, which have white chal..."$34.99 -
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- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Italo Cescon
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Ca'Della Scala Allegretto Valpolicella Doc 2020"From the vineyards of San Pietro in Cariano and Negrar, which have white chal..."$41.99 -
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Mark Faber95 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Italo Cescon
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Ca'Della Scala Mezzopiano Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2016"Grapes are sourced from the north of Verona, in the hilly vineyards with medi..."$39.99 -
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Mark Faber95 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Italo Cescon
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Ca'Della Scala Mezzopiano Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2017"Grapes are sourced from the north of Verona, in the hilly vineyards with medi..."$39.99 -
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- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Italo Cescon
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Ca'Della Scala Mezzopiano Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2020"Grapes are sourced from the north of Verona, in the hilly vineyards with medi..."$50.00 -
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James Suckling97 points
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Wine Spectator95 points
- Variety Proprietary Blend
- Vintage 2010
- Brand Dal forno Romano
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Dal Forno Amarone Della Valpolicella 2010"A wine of depth that promises a long life ahead of it."$600.00 -
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Decanter99 points
- Variety Proprietary Blend
- Vintage 2011
- Brand Dal forno Romano
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Dal Forno Amarone Della Valpolicella 2011"Very tiny quantities are made - it takes 10 vines to produce a single bottle ..."$630.00 -
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The Wine Advoca98 points
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James Suckling97 points
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Vinous97 points
- Variety Proprietary Blend
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Dal forno Romano
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Dal Forno Amarone Della Valpolicella 2013"Winery Dal Forno Romano was established by Romano Dal Forno in the early 1980..."$800.00 -
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James Suckling95 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Dal forno Romano
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Dal Forno Romano Valpolicella Superiore 2014"Winery Dal Forno Romano was established by Romano Dal Forno in the early 1980..."$240.00 -
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- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Farina
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Farina Amarone della Valpolicella 2018"Superb wine, the pride of Valpolicella Classica, born from the careful select..."$98.99 -
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Farina
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Farina Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC 2019"All wines from Farina are produced with a key focus on sustainable farming an..."$36.99 -
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2017
- Brand La Dama
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
La Dama Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2017"Grapes, wine-making, ageing: Corvina 50% and Corvinone 20%, Rondinella 25%, M..."$39.99
Red Wine
Red wine is made from dark-colored grape varieties. The juice from these grapes is used to make red wine, and during the fermentation process, the juice is in contact with the grape skins, which gives red wine its color. The most common types of red wine include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz/Syrah. The flavors of red wine can range from fruity to spicy, and the tannins (a naturally occurring compound that can make wine taste dry) can range from low to high. Red wine is typically served at room temperature and is often paired with red meat and strong cheeses.
Red wine is typically aged in oak barrels before it is bottled, which can add flavors and aromas such as vanilla, spice, and toast to the wine. The aging process can also affect the tannins and acidity of the wine, making it taste smoother and more balanced. Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry. In addition, there are also variations in red wine depending on the region of production, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.
Red wine can be made using a variety of techniques and methods, each of which can affect the final taste and quality of the wine. For example, some winemakers use "cold soak" techniques to extract more color and flavor from the grapes. Cold soak is a method in which the grapes are left to macerate in the juice at a low temperature for a period of time before fermentation, this can extract more color and flavor from the grape skins without extracting too much tannin from the seeds. Other winemakers use "whole cluster fermentation" techniques to extract more complexity and depth from the wine. Whole cluster fermentation refers to fermenting the grapes with the stems included, which can add more tannin and structure to the wine.
The alcohol content of red wine can vary, but it is typically around 12-15% alcohol by volume (ABV). Some red wines, particularly those from warmer regions or those made using certain techniques, can have a higher alcohol content. For example, some Zinfandel wines produced in California can reach up to 16% alcohol by volume.
The flavor and aroma of red wine can be influenced by many factors, including the grape variety, the terroir (soil, climate, and topography) of the vineyard, and the winemaking techniques used. For example, a Pinot Noir from a cool climate region will have a high acidity and fruity flavors, while a Shiraz from a warm climate region will have a higher alcohol content, a more full-bodied texture, and a more spicy and black pepper profile.
Different styles of red wine can be enjoyed at different occasions, for example, some red wines are best consumed young and fresh, while others are meant to be aged for several years. For example, a young and fresh Beaujolais wine made from Gamay grapes can be consumed within a year or two, while a Bordeaux wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes can be aged for several years.
Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry.
Different regions also have their signature red wines, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.