Amarone Riserva Quintarelli 1977
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Amarone Riserva Quintarelli 1977
HED61423
75 cl
15%
£1,500.00
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Amarone Riserva Quintarelli 1977 is an exceptional bottling from one of Valpolicella`s renowned producers, Giuseppe Quintarelli, known for his meticulous approach to winemaking. This vintage represents a selection from specific barrels, personally chosen by Quintarelli, with handwritten inscriptions on the label. The wine exhibits notes of dried fruits, tobacco, and subtle spice, alongside a profound structure and elegant tannins. At nearly fifty years of age, it offers a remarkable glimpse into the complexity and longevity of Amarone.
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The Quintarelli estate in the northern Veronese village of Negrar dates back to 1924 and was founded by Bepe’s father, Silvio. Bepe himself took over in the 1950s, orchestrating a quality revolution through his meticulous work in the vineyard and his uncompromising practices in the cellar. The result was wines of such hedonistic deliciousness that they became some of the most sought-after in Italy; those made before Bepe’s death in 2012 especially so.At the still family-run estate, Bepe’s legacy continues through his daughter, Fiorenza, along with her husband, Giampaolo, and their children. The core range of wines are those made in the appassimiento style (ie, with partially sun-dried grapes): the Valpolicella Superiore, Amarone, Rosso del Bepi (essentially an Amarone, but released instead of the Amarone in ‘lesser’ vintages) and Recioto. The Amarone, only released in exceptional years, is matured for fully seven years in old Slavonian oak before release. An Amarone Riserva sees 10 years.
