Corvina

Corvina – the heart of Valpolicella and Amarone

Corvina is the most important grape variety around Verona and the soul of two great wines: the easy-drinking Valpolicella and the powerful Amarone. Hardly any other grape shows such a range – from light and cherry-fresh to dense and velvety-concentrated. At Vinoscout, you will find over 30 wines of this fascinating variety, from accessible Valpolicella starting at 5.80 euros to great Amarones for demanding collectors.

Origin: Veneto around Verona

Corvina grows in the hills of Valpolicella in northeastern Italy, usually blended with Rondinella and Molinara. The special feature is the Appassimento method: for Amarone, the grapes are dried on racks for months after the harvest, which concentrates sugar and aromas – this creates a powerful, dry wine of enormous depth.

The Ripasso is stylistically in between: young Valpolicella is macerated on the still-warm Amarone pomace, thereby gaining body and spice. Thus, Corvina offers three levels – from light everyday wine to concentrated rarity.

Flavor profile: Sour cherry and almond

Varietal and young, Corvina shows bright aromas of sour cherry and red fruit with a typical note of bitter almond and herbs, carried by fresh acidity and medium body. As Amarone, it transforms completely: dried fruit, raisins, chocolate, and spices meet full body, soft tannins, and a warming alcohol – a wine for slow enjoyment.

Food recommendations: Corvina at the table

• Valpolicella (light): with pasta, pizza, light meat, and antipasti.
• Ripasso: with braised meat, risotto, and medium-strength cheese.
• Amarone: with game, roasts, and aged Parmigiano – or pure with dark chocolate.

Buy Corvina at Vinoscout

In our assortment, you will find over 30 Corvina wines, from 5.80 euros up to great Amarones for several hundred euros. For uncomplicated enjoyment, reach for a classic Valpolicella; if you are looking for power, depth, and aging potential, an Amarone or Ripasso is the right choice. Browse through the selection at your leisure – we are happy to help if you have any questions.