Black Label Amarone
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from the vintage release, with exceptional vintages capable of aging beautifully for up to 20 years.
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Slow-braised beef, roasted venison, and aged cheeses such as Parmigiano-Reggiano.
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Crafted in the heart of the Valpolicella region, the Pasqua Black Label Amarone is a testament to the ancient Roman technique of 'appassimento'. According to local folklore, Amarone itself was born from a forgotten barrel of sweet Recioto that fermented to completion, turning dry and earning its name from 'amaro' (bitter). For this Black Label expression, hand-harvested bunches of Corvina, Rondinella, and Corvinone are carefully laid to dry on traditional racks in well-ventilated drying rooms (fruttaio) during the autumn months. This process dehydrates the grapes, concentrating the sugars, acids, and aromatics. Following a slow, cool winter fermentation, the wine undergoes extensive aging in oak casks, resulting in a rich, velvety, and deeply complex profile marked by notes of dark cherry, dried plum, cocoa, and sweet tobacco.
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Founded in 1925 by the Pasqua brothers in Verona, Veneto, Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine has grown over nearly a century into a globally recognized ambassador of Italian winemaking, currently led by the family's third generation. Deeply rooted in the Valpolicella region while also sourcing exceptional fruit from Puglia and Sicily, the winery seamlessly blends traditional Veronese heritage with bold, contemporary innovation. They are highly regarded for their expressive Amarone and Valpolicella styles, alongside modern, creative releases like the acclaimed '11 Minutes' Rosé and their elegant Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay expressions.