La Fabriseria Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG 0.75L

An Amarone that shows why the Classico zone of Valpolicella is a world of its own: La Fabriseria is the single vineyard of Tedeschi, which the winery has been vinifying for decades as the centerpiece of its Riserva line. Corvina grapes from this parcel are dried according to the appassimento method before they become one of the dense, age-worthy Amarones of the region.

In the glass, it shows a deep ruby red. On the nose, dried black cherry, fig, a hint of tobacco, and dark chocolate — the typical depth of a matured Riserva. On the palate, full-bodied, velvety tannins, a balsamic note in the finish, which fades away long and warm. Not a wine for the impatient: an open decanter for at least two hours is mandatory.

Serving temperature 17–18 °C. Pairs well with braised beef, wild boar ragù on pappardelle, or ripe Parmigiano Reggiano — classic combinations that really work here.