{"product_id":"paolo-cottini-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico-docg-2017-dobbelt-magnum","title":"Paolo Cottini Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2017 Dobbelt Magnum","description":"\u003cp\u003ePaolo Cottini Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2017 in Double Magnum format is a powerful, deeply satisfying red crafted for those who appreciate generous, full-bodied wines. This is a classic Amarone, with lush concentration, polished structure and an intensity that truly shines in the large-format bottle, delivered in an exclusive wooden case. Rooted in the historic hills of Valpolicella Classica, it brings together traditional appassimento techniques and meticulous cellar work to create a wine built for both indulgence now and long-term aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this 2017 Amarone shows a deep, almost opaque ruby-red core with garnet reflections at the rim, hinting at both ripeness and concentration. The nose is expansive and layered, offering bright red cherry, blackcurrant and dark plum, wrapped in aromas of dried figs, raisin and dates. Subtle notes of cigar box, pipe tobacco, sweet spice and a touch of cocoa and vanilla reveal the generous time spent in barrique.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is rich, broad and velvety, with a full body and impressive depth. Concentrated dark fruit—black cherry, black plum and cassis—is interwoven with flavors of dark chocolate, coffee, mocha and a hint of licorice. The 16% alcohol is beautifully integrated, supporting the wine’s opulence without feeling hot, while firm yet ripe tannins give definition and grip. The finish is long, warm and persistent, with lingering notes of dried fruit and spice. Thanks to its solid structure and balanced acidity, this Double Magnum has excellent aging potential, easily evolving over 10+ years in the cellar, gaining complexity and softer tannins with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from vineyards in the historic Valpolicella Classica area, Paolo Cottini’s Amarone reflects a mix of higher-altitude sites in the Negrar valley (around 580 meters, southwest exposure) and lower, warmer vineyards in Valgatara (around 250 meters, southeast exposure). The combination of these terroirs brings together freshness, aromatic intensity and richness of fruit. Vines are trained in the traditional pergola system, and all grapes are meticulously hand-harvested to ensure only perfectly healthy bunches are selected. The blend is 55% Corvina, 35% Corvinone and 10% Rondinella. After picking, the grapes undergo the classic appassimento process, drying for 90–110 days to concentrate sugars, flavors and phenolics. Fermentation takes place after this drying period, followed by 30 months of maturation in barriques, where the wine gains complexity, texture and subtle notes of spice and tobacco, and then a further 8 months of bottle aging before release, allowing the components to harmonize.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a natural partner for rich, flavorful dishes and hearty winter cuisine. Serve it alongside braised beef such as boeuf bourguignon, slow-cooked ox cheek, venison stew or a well-marbled ribeye steak grilled or pan-seared. It also works beautifully with aged hard cheeses like Parmigiano Reggiano, Grana Padano or mature Pecorino, and with dishes featuring truffle or wild mushrooms. For optimal enjoyment, serve at 18–20°C. In Double Magnum format, the wine benefits from ample aeration; decant at least 1–2 hours before serving, and even longer if enjoyed in its youth, to allow the aromatics and texture to fully open up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Paolo Cottini estate is a relatively young label, founded in 2010 by husband-and-wife team Paolo and Sara, but it is built on four generations of winemaking experience in Valpolicella. Based in the medieval village of Castelrotto in the commune of San Pietro in Cariano, at the heart of Valpolicella Classica, the family continues a long-standing passion handed down from Paolo’s father, Silvano. Their vineyards in Negrar and Valgatara, with markedly different altitudes and exposures, give them a rich palette of fruit to work with, enabling precise blending and expressive, terroir-driven wines. All vines are pergola-trained and hand-harvested, underscoring the estate’s commitment to quality. In their DOC and DOCG wines, Paolo and Sara remain faithful to regional tradition and style, while their IGT bottlings showcase a more personal, experimental vision. Within the Valpolicella region, the estate is increasingly recognized for producing characterful, well-crafted Amarone and Ripasso wines that deliver both typicity and a clear family signature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paolo Cottini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54613001896273,"sku":"4642","price":188.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/Paolo-Cottini-Amarone-della-Valpolicella-Classico-DOCG_d7e22971-6d04-45e4-94e7-4993dc3674af.png?v=1787056490","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/paolo-cottini-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico-docg-2017-dobbelt-magnum","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}