Quintarelli della Valpolicella Amarone 2012

Quintarelli, often referred to as the "monarchy" with an almost legendary status, is now under the leadership of the 5th generation. After Giuseppe's passing in January 2012, his daughter Fiorenza, son-in-law Giampaolo, and grandchildren Francesco and Lorenzo have continued the proud family traditions.

Quintarelli wines are renowned for their unsurpassed quality and dedication to the craft. Giuseppe, also known as "bepi" (grandfather), was known for his perfectionism. In years when the quality does not meet their standards, they declassify their Amarone and name it Rosso del Bepi – Grandfather's Red Wine. This happened in the years 1994, 1996, 1999, 2002, 2005 and 2008. The current vintage is 2012.

Amarone della Valpolicella 2012 is composed of 55% Corvina and Corvinone, 30% Rondinella and 15% Cabernet S, Nebbiolo, Croatina and Sangiovese. Only the best grapes – between 15-30% – are selected for this wine. Around 10 kg of grapes are used to produce a single bottle. The grapes are dried in wooden boxes and traditional "arele" (reed mats). They are pressed at the end of January and after a 20-day maceration, fermentation begins, which lasts around 45 days. The wine is then aged in Slavonian oak barrels for at least 7 years, where alcoholic fermentation continues. The alcohol percentage is 16.5%.

Quintarelli Amarone della Valpolicella 2012 is a wine of unsurpassed quality, made from 55% Corvina and Corvinone, 30% Rondinella and 15% Cabernet S, Nebbiolo, Croatina and Sangiovese. The grapes are carefully selected, and about 10 kg of grapes are used per bottle. After a 20-day maceration and 45-day fermentation, the wine matures in Slavonian oak barrels for at least 7 years. The alcohol percentage is 16.5%.