Casa Lupo
Casa Lupo Amarone della Valpolicella 2020
| Denomination | DOCG Amarone della Valpolicella |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 16.0% by volume |
| Area | Veneto (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 65% Corvina, 15% Corvinone, 10% Rondinella |
| Aging | Aged in oak barrels of 500–1000 litres for approximately 18–24 months, followed by further ageing in bottle until optimal maturity is reached. |
- Name: Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG 2020, 0.75 l, 16% vol
- Grape blend: 65% Corvina, 15% Corvinone, 10% Rondinella, 10% other varieties
- Vinification: drying in fruit loft, fermentation in steel, ageing in oak for 18–24 months
- Sensory profile: deep garnet colour, notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, blueberry, sour cherry, jam and vanilla
- Serving and pairings: decant for 1 hour at 18–20 °C, ideal with grilled meats, braised dishes and game
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Amarone della Valpolicella by Casa Lupo is a Venetian red of great concentration. This blend combines Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes, offering a sip supported by structured and balanced tannins. Characterised by a deep dark garnet red colour, it reveals on the nose a complex bouquet of ripe fruits such as currants, blackberries, blueberries and sour cherries, enriched by notes of plum, jam and a lingering spicy vanilla finish. On the palate, it is rich and elegant, with a long-lasting flavour.
Where it comes from
This wine is born in the heart of Valpolicella, from vineyards situated at around four hundred and fifty metres above sea level. The soils originate from the alteration of calcareous-fossil formations, such as Biancone marble and Scaglia Rossa, which give the wine aromatic clarity and a solid structure. The name Casa Lupo recalls the history of the area, once characterised by dense woodlands inhabited by wolves. Production is based on collaboration with local winegrowers, ensuring that every stage takes place strictly within the area of origin.
How it is produced
The process begins with a manual harvest carried out in several stages at the end of September, in order to select only the bunches that have reached perfect ripeness. The grapes are then subjected to the traditional drying process in the fruit loft until the winter months, a crucial step to concentrate the aromas and components of the fruit. Fermentation and maceration take place in small steel vats; afterwards, the wine matures in oak barrels for a period ranging from eighteen to twenty-four months, finishing its journey with a rest in the bottle.
History and Curiosities
The Casa Lupo project, created by Paladin Vigne e Vini, was conceived with the aim of enhancing the most authentic essence of Valpolicella. Its name evokes the wild past of these lands, once characterised by dense forests inhabited by wolves. Thanks to close collaboration with expert local winegrowers, every stage of production takes place entirely on site to preserve ancient traditions. This absolute dedication culminates in the excellent 2020 vintage, a masterpiece of proud elegance awarded 92/100 by James Suckling.
Awards
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2020
92/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
Here, Paladin has established an intense collaboration with the winegrowers of Valpolicella, combining their local expertise with the methods and skills of its own agronomists and oenologists. Casa Lupo embodies the pride and importance of Valpolicella, offering three excellent products on the market: Ripasso della Valpolicella, Amarone della Valpolicella, and Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva. Read more
| Name | Casa Lupo Amarone della Valpolicella 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 16.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 65% Corvina, 15% Corvinone, 10% Rondinella |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Veneto |
| Vendor | Casa Lupo |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Casa Lupo project, created by Paladin Vigne e Vini, was conceived with the aim of enhancing the most authentic essence of Valpolicella. Its name evokes the wild past of these lands, once characterised by dense forests inhabited by wolves. Thanks to close collaboration with expert local winegrowers, every stage of production takes place entirely on site to preserve ancient traditions. This absolute dedication culminates in the excellent 2020 vintage, a masterpiece of proud elegance awarded 92/100 by James Suckling. |
| Origin | Valpolicella (Veneto), Italy |
| Soil composition | The soils derive from the alteration of calcareous-fossiliferous formations, in particular Scaglia Rossa and Biancone. |
| Harvest | Last two weeks of September |
| Production technique | Appassimento delle uve in fruttaio; fermentazione e macerazione in piccoli tini di acciaio; affinamento in botti di rovere |
| Wine making | Manual harvest in several stages; grapes left to dry in a drying room until December/January; fermentation and maceration in small steel vats; ageing in oak barrels of 500–1000 litres for approximately 18–24 months, followed by further ageing in bottle. |
| Aging | Aged in oak barrels of 500–1000 litres for approximately 18–24 months, followed by further ageing in bottle until optimal maturity is reached. |
| Total acidity | 6.2 gr/L |
| PH | 3.49 |
| Residual sugar | 8.1 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |