La Mattonara Amarone della Valpolicella DOP Classico Riserva 2009 - Zymè

What is La Mattonara Amarone della Valpolicella DOP Classico Riserva 2009 

The expression of the power and wealth of the territory of production.

Sommelier:

The Product mix of grapes, from the intense ruby red color with garnet reflections, vino very consistent with alcohol content of 16,00 %, clear. On the nose great fragrance a mix of scents of ripe cherry, morello cherry and plums, slightly dried, herbs and spices. On the palate, powerful, enveloping richness and complexity. Fruit, spices and higher alcohol alternate with flavors of fruit jam, then tobacco, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Closing persistent and persuasive sweetness.

Food pairings:

La Mattonara Amarone della Valpolicella DOP Classico Riserva 2009 Zymè baked Arista of pork with polenta and radicchio, lamb Sauce, Tortellini with meat sauce, Rabbit cacciatore, Goose in a saucepan. Accompanies, well matured cheeses such as Parmigiano Reggiano or Grana Padano. Drunk alone at the end of the meal is superb. Excellent wine for meditation and in combination with chocolate, cigar, pipe.

Uncork La Mattonara Amarone della Valpolicella DOP Classico Riserva 2009 Zymè and decant, serve at a temperature of 18 °C in the chalice, the Grand Ballon.

The cellar:

The name Zymè from the Greek means “in yeast”, is the fundamental element in the world of oenology. Located in the heart of the Classic Valpolicella region.

Awards...

2006 Essential Guide to the Wines of Italy - D. Cernilli 96/100

2004-Luca Maroni, Annuario dei migliori Vini Italiani 98/100

Guida Oro I Vini di Veronelli 2017 Super 3 Stars (over 94/100)

Vini Buoni d'Italia TCI 2017 Crown

Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia 2 red glasses

Best Italian Wine Awards - Luca Gardini among the 50 best Italian wines

AWC Vienna - silver Medal 89.1/100

2003 Antonio Galloni, Vinous, July 2015 94/100