Amarone della ValpolicellaCorvina is the backbone grape of Verona's wines, prized for its thick skin, low tannin, and naturally high, tart acidity. Blended fresh it makes the light, cherry-scented everyday reds Valpolicella and Bardolino, but when the grapes are dried before pressing it transforms into the intense, dry Amarone or the lusciously sweet dessert wine Recioto della Valpolicella.
Also known as Corvina Veronese, Cruina.
Primary flavors
Bitter almond Black plum Sour cherry
Styles
Bold red Dessert Light red
Lineage
Rondinella is a crossing of Corvina.
Grown in
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