{"product_id":"amarone-della-valpolicella-leon-docg","title":"Amarone della Valpolicella “Leòn” DOCG","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe “Leòn” is an Amarone that shows what the Illasi valley in eastern Valpolicella is capable of: dense, warm depth that arises when Corvina grapes are dried into raisins for months using the Appassimento method before they slowly ferment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Latium Morini has an unusual history: for decades, the family business delivered its produce to the local cooperative. Today, seven siblings and cousins ​​run the winery together, independently producing Soave, Ripasso, and Amarone. The name refers to the Latii – Roman settlers who once developed the Illasi Valley as a wine-growing region. Archaeological finds during soil cultivation prove that vines have been growing here for two millennia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The glass contains cherry jam and preserved red fruits, including violets, licorice, vanilla, and black pepper. On the palate, it is soft and full-bodied – the ripe tannins support the fruit without harshness, and the finish is long and spicy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Serving temperature \u003cstrong\u003e16–18 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e . Pairs well with braised beef, venison ragù, or strong hard cheeses like Grana Padano. Aging it for two to three years will add further complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Weingut Latium Morini","offers":[{"title":"2019","offer_id":53152192954704,"sku":"VJ1769-2019","price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/latium-morini-amarone-della-valpolicella-leon-docg.webp?v=1781955336","url":"https:\/\/www.vinoscout.de\/en\/products\/amarone-della-valpolicella-leon-docg","provider":"Vinoscout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}