COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara
PRODUCER
Luigi Righetti
REGION
Veneto
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Luigi Righetti Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2021 is a red wine from the Veneto region of Italy, specifically the Valpolicella Classico area. Its production is characterized by the *appassimento* process, where selected grape bunches are dried for an extended period before fermentation. This method is a hallmark of Amarone wines, contributing to their concentrated character. Luigi Righetti is a winery with a family winemaking history, with Gianni Righetti playing a key role in its development. The Valpolicella Classico region is recognized for its traditional approach to winemaking, particularly for robust red wines.
ALCOHOL
15.2%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes are dried for 3-5 months, concentrating sugars and flavors.
Fact 02
Amarone DOCG regulations mandate a minimum of 14% alcohol.
Fact 03
The 'Classico' designation signifies grapes from the historic heart of the Valpolicella region.
Fact 04
The *appassimento* method is a labor-intensive, traditional technique.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Luigi Righetti Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2021 begins with the *appassimento* process, where selected grape bunches are dried for three to five months in shallow crates. This drying concentrates sugars and flavors. Following this, the grapes are pressed, and the resulting juice is fermented to dryness. The wine then undergoes aging in large Slavonian oak casks for a minimum period as required by DOCG regulations. The winery practices organic viticulture.
