{"product_id":"zenato-amarone","title":"Zenato Amarone","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel tutor-markdown-rendering enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_b9bd51f7eb8b25d1\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Majestic, Velvet Titan of Northern Italian Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-block-with-attachment\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"attachment-container search-images\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep into the absolute pinnacle of Venetian viticulture with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"61\"\u003eZenato Amarone della Valpolicella Classico\u003c\/b\u003e. Founded in 1960 by Sergio Zenato in the rolling hills surrounding Lake Garda, the Zenato estate has earned global renown as an elite guardian of Veronese wine traditions. While standard dry reds rely on standard harvest timelines, Amarone commands a monumental, labor-intensive blueprint that elevates it to the level of pure liquid art. Zenato’s signature bottling stands as a true masterclass in patience and structural power—engineered explicitly for serious collectors, fine wine cellars, and those who revere an incredibly rich, dry red wine with unmatched complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe profound operational triumph of Zenato Amarone lies in its strict adherence to the ancient \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"95\"\u003eAppassimento method (grape drying process)\u003c\/b\u003e. The grapes—a meticulous selection of native varietals comprising roughly \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"212\"\u003e80% Corvina, 10% Rondinella, and 10% Oseleta and Croatina\u003c\/b\u003e—are hand-harvested from the historical \"Classico\" zone's finest old-vine parcels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eInstead of being crushed immediately, the pristine bunches are laid out flat on bamboo racks in specialized, well-ventilated drying rooms (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"139\"\u003efruttaio\u003c\/i\u003e) for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"153\"\u003ethree to four months\u003c\/b\u003e. During this drying period, the grapes lose up to 40% of their water weight, concentrating the sugars, acids, and skin tannins. Following a slow winter fermentation, the liquid is tucked away to mature for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"380\"\u003e36 months in large Slavonian oak casks\u003c\/b\u003e. This patient maturation shapes a highly structural, velvety profile that balances a robust \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"511\"\u003e16.5% ABV\u003c\/b\u003e with zero aggressive alcoholic burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eTaste Profile \u0026amp; Cellaring Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e A deeply saturated, opaque ruby-red color in the glass with intense garnet highlights and heavy, slow-moving legs. It commands a massive, full-bodied presence on the palate, presenting a plush, mouth-coating viscosity balanced cleanly by a vibrant spine of structural acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlavor Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e A brooding, perfume-forward nose explodes with aromas of dried black cherries, dark plum compote, and raisin paste, beautifully underscored by sophisticated layers of dark chocolate, sweet tobacco leaf, roasted coffee beans, and wild balsamic herbs. The palate follows seamlessly like liquid velvet, flooding the mouth with dark berry liqueur, black licorice, and a rich, warming touch of warming baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Prodigiously long, warm, and structured, resolving with a lip-smacking trail of cocoa powder, dried figs, and a sophisticated, slightly bitter almond note characteristic of top-tier Amarone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCellar Potential:\u003c\/b\u003e A legendary collector's piece built to endure. While highly rewarding if decanted vigorously for 2 to 3 hours in its youth, it features a tannic framework designed to evolve beautifully over \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"209\"\u003e15 to 25+ years in a proper cellar\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGastronomic Pairings:\u003c\/b\u003e A wine of this massive scale demands heavy, rich culinary matches. It pairs magnificently alongside traditional slow-braised beef shanks (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"160\"\u003eOsso Buco\u003c\/i\u003e), wild boar stews, roasted venison with cherry reductions, or rich mushroom risottos. It is equally spectacular as a standalone \"meditation wine\" (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"317\"\u003evino da meditazione\u003c\/i\u003e) paired with long-aged Parmigiano-Reggiano or intense blue cheeses like Gorgonzola.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTypical Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 750ml Bottle (Classic Deep-Punted Veronese Glass Design)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG, Veneto, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWinemaker Portfolio:\u003c\/b\u003e Zenato Family Vignerons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWine Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Dry, Full-Bodied, Opulent Red Wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVarietal Matrix:\u003c\/b\u003e ~80% Corvina, 10% Rondinella, 10% Oseleta \u0026amp; Croatina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMethodology:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% Traditional Appassimento (Dried Fruit Fermentation)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaturation Program:\u003c\/b\u003e Minimum 36 Months in Slavonian Oak Casks followed by Bottle Aging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAlcohol by Volume (ABV):\u003c\/b\u003e ~16.5% (Varies slightly by vintage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePure Venetian opulence chiseled out of dried grapes.\u003c\/b\u003e By pairing their historic Classico old vines with the time-honored Appassimento method and extended Slavonian oak aging, Zenato Amarone Classico over-delivers a monumental tasting experience—serving as the ultimate crown jewel for fine wine flights, a magnificent milestone gift, or a proud staple for life's most grand celebrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BottleStork","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47137382695050,"sku":"8183","price":83.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0624\/7117\/6330\/files\/Zenato-Amarone__02814.jpg?v=1759305914","url":"https:\/\/bottlestork.com\/products\/zenato-amarone","provider":"BottleStork","version":"1.0","type":"link"}