Tommasi Amarone della Valpolicella Il Sestante 2022

Tommasi Il Sestante Amarone della Valpolicella 2022 is a richly structured expression of one of Veneto’s most distinctive wine styles. Made from Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara, it combines concentrated dried-grape fruit with polished tannins and a long, elegant finish. Amarone has deep roots in Valpolicella’s winemaking tradition, where the appassimento method has become a defining part of the region’s identity.

Tasting Notes
The wine shows a deep ruby-red colour, with an expressive nose of ripe cherries and plums complemented by delicate floral nuances. On the palate, it is full-bodied and enveloping, balancing generous fruit with soft, well-integrated tannins and a persistent finish. Its concentration, structure and oak maturation give it excellent cellaring potential. It can be enjoyed now after decanting, but should develop greater aromatic complexity and roundness over the coming years when stored in suitable conditions.

Production
The grapes come from the hilly vineyards around Pedemonte in the heart of Valpolicella, where the local soils and moderate climate encourage slow, balanced ripening. After careful harvesting, the Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes are dried in Tommasi’s fruit-drying loft for approximately three to five months, concentrating their sugars and aromas through the traditional appassimento process. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks, followed by three years of maturation in Slavonian oak barrels under the supervision of winemaker Giancarlo Tommasi.

Food & Serving
A natural partner for rich and savoury dishes, this Amarone works particularly well with game, braised meats, beef, roasted lamb and mature hard cheeses. Serve slightly below room temperature, around 18–20°C, to preserve its freshness and balance. Decant for approximately 30–60 minutes before serving, especially when enjoying the wine in its youth, to allow its aromas and texture to open fully.

Producer
Tommasi is one of Valpolicella’s best-known family-owned producers, with roots in the region dating back to 1902. Based in the Veneto, the estate has built its reputation on a deep understanding of local vineyards and traditional wines such as Amarone della Valpolicella. Its continued focus on appassimento and careful oak maturation has helped establish Tommasi as a significant ambassador for Valpolicella wines in Italy and internationally.

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