{"product_id":"zyme-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico-2018","title":"Zyme Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2018","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eZyme Amarone della Valpolicella Classico is a still red wine with a distinct Venetian identity. This captivating \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e combines the native varieties Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Oseleta and Croatina. To the eye, it displays a deep ruby red colour, enhanced by a notable glyceric presence. The aromatic bouquet opens with elegant notes of ripe cherry, black cherry and \u003cstrong\u003eslightly dried plums\u003c\/strong\u003e, enriched by spicy nuances. On the palate, it reveals an \u003cstrong\u003eenveloping savouriness\u003c\/strong\u003e, confirming the fruity sensations which, as the wine evolves, shift towards jam, leaving a persistent finish of pepper, liquorice and cocoa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Amarone della Valpolicella Classico originates from the \u003cstrong\u003eoldest estate vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e located between Sant’Ambrogio di Valpolicella and San Pietro in Cariano. The area benefits from \u003cstrong\u003elimestone and clay soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are essential for giving the wine a solid structural framework. Zyme adopts \u003cstrong\u003eorganic and eco-sustainable farming practices\u003c\/strong\u003e, carefully managing every stage from pruning to thinning. The harvest takes place between the second and third decade of September, following the seasonal rhythms to pick perfectly healthy and ripe grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction reflects a philosophy centred on minimal intervention. The bunches undergo a \u003cstrong\u003enatural drying process\u003c\/strong\u003e on racks for at least three months, without the use of dehumidifiers, to encourage maximum concentration. After pressing in January, \u003cstrong\u003espontaneous fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e begins in steel and concrete, followed by prolonged maceration on the skins. Ageing takes place in large \u003cstrong\u003eSlavonian oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for a minimum of five years with regular top-ups, finishing with at least twelve months of bottle ageing to ensure remarkable longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn from the vision of Celestino Gaspari, this masterpiece embodies the essence of Zymē, a Greek term meaning “yeast” and symbolising \u003cstrong\u003econtinuous transformation\u003c\/strong\u003e. In full respect of sustainability, the wine reflects the perfect harmony between man, vine, earth, sun and water. Created exclusively in \u003cstrong\u003eexceptional vintages\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure absolute purity, this prestigious 2018 Amarone boasts \u003cstrong\u003e96 points from James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e, a testament to meticulous craftsmanship that combines the charm of Venetian tradition with skilful innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Zyme","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44512426033323,"sku":"48254","price":103.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/zyme-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico-2018_48254_1_bb159282-fa3c-4c64-a713-1ec9199c1134.webp?v=1773720983","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-uk\/products\/zyme-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico-2018","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}