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Pietro dal Cero Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG

Italy

Valpolicella and Veneto

Cuvée

Corvina

Cà dei Frati

Pietro dal Cero Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG

Name: Pietro dal Cero Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG
Brand: Cà dei Frati
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Morello cherries, chocolate, star anise — 24 months in barrel, velvety tannin.

55,90 €

0,75 l (74,53 €/l)

2018 2019

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Pietro dal Cero Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG

Four months of drying on wooden crates, then a vinification that knows no shortcuts: 24 months in wooden barrels, twelve months in stainless steel tanks, and another 24 months in the bottle. The result is an Amarone that combines the classic power of Valpolicella with genuine finesse — not a heavyweight for the sake of weight, but a wine with depth and direction.

Behind the Pietro dal Cero is Cà dei Frati, a winery from eastern Verona. The siblings Igino, Gian Franco, and Anna Maria dal Cero have dedicated this Amarone to their father Pietro — as a reflection on their family origins and the wine culture that has made Verona famous worldwide. Corvina forms the backbone, spontaneously mashed with long skin contact before the wine goes into maturation.

In the glass, it shows a dark ruby red. On the nose, Morello cherry, dark chocolate, star anise, and a hint of wild mint — balsamic, complex, with sweet tobacco and coffee in the background. On the palate, velvety, mature tannins and a lively acidity that gives the wine freshness despite its concentration. The finish is long, with nutty accents.

On the table, it belongs with braised leg of lamb, wild boar ragù, or aged Pecorino. Serving temperature: 17–18 °C, open at least an hour beforehand.

Grape Variety Corvina, Rondinella, Corvinone, Croatina

Origin Valpolicella and Veneto, Italy

Taste Dry

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Alcohol 16 % Vol.

Serving temp. 10–12 °C

Volume 0,75 l

Country of Origin Italy

Region Valpolicella and Veneto

Grape Variety Corvina, Rondinella, Corvinone, Croatina

Wine Color Red Wine

Vintage 2019

Alcohol Content 16 % Vol.

Residual Sugar? 2 g/l

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Frequently asked questions

How does the Amarone from Cà dei Frati taste?

Dense and multi-layered: Morello cherry and dark chocolate form the core, complemented by balsamic notes, star anise, wild mint, as well as hints of sweet tobacco and coffee. The tannin is strong but velvety — the acidity keeps the wine lively.

Is the Amarone dry?

Yes, it is vinified dry. The perceived sweetness comes from the fruit ripeness of the dried Corvina grapes and the long wood maturation — 24 months in barrels, 12 months in steel tanks, and another 24 months of bottle aging — not from residual sugar.

What does this Amarone pair best with?

With hearty dishes: roast game, leg of lamb, beef fillet, or a ragù with truffles. Aged Parmesan also stands up well to the wine. At 16% ABV, it needs a dish that can keep up — it overwhelms light cuisine.

At what temperature should I serve it?

Between 10 and 12 °C — so cooler than room temperature. If it is too warm, the alcohol comes to the fore and masks the fine aromas. It is best to put it in the refrigerator an hour before opening.

Is it worth decanting the bottle before drinking?

Yes. Due to the long maturation — a total of over four years between barrel, tank, and bottle — the wine has built up a lot of structure. At least 30 to 60 minutes in the carafe give it time to open up and fully unfold its aromas.

How do I store an opened bottle?

Sealed and stored in a cool place, it keeps well for two to three days once opened. A vacuum sealer slows down oxidation. Because of the high alcohol content of 16% ABV, it remains more stable than lighter red wines.

Cà dei Frati

Where Lake Garda flattens out to the south, in Lugana di Sirmione lies the winery that has given the town its name: Cà dei Frati – the “House of the Monks”.

The name says it all: The estate was first documented in 1782 , when it served as vineyard land for Carmelite monks . In 1939, the Dal Cero family put down roots here – laying the foundation for one of the most influential winemaking stories in Northern Italy.

It was Pietro Dal Cero who spearheaded the recognition of the Lugana DOC , which was awarded in 1967. His wine "I Frati" became the benchmark – and one of the most famous white wines in Northern Italy.

Today, his three children run the business in the third generation : Gian Franco looks after the vineyards, Igino manages the cellar, Anna Maria is responsible for sales – three perspectives, one common goal.

Its foundation is the Turbiana grape variety, grown on the calcareous moraine soils on the southern shore of Lake Garda. From this grape emerges the unmistakable Lugana style: mineral, clear, and long-lasting – driven by the conviction that tradition and state-of-the-art cellar technology are not mutually exclusive, but rather complementary.

What does that mean for your glass? Wines with provenance, precision, and the quiet self-confidence of a family estate that knows exactly where it comes from.

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