Farina Amarone Della Valpolicella 2022
A powerful and opulent Amarone with intense dried fruit character, velvety structure, and warming spice. Rich, layered, and deeply expressive.
This bold and elegant expression of one of Italy’s most iconic red wines, is crafted in the heart of the Valpolicella Classica zone by the respected Farina family estate. Produced using the traditional appassimento method, where hand-harvested grapes are dried for months to concentrate their flavours, this wine offers both depth and sophistication.
The 2022 vintage showcases an intensely aromatic bouquet of dried cherries, blackberries, figs, and plum, layered with warm notes of sweet spices, cocoa, and a touch of tobacco. On the palate, it is full-bodied and velvety, with rich, ripe fruit, polished tannins, and a lingering finish marked by dark chocolate and spice.
Powerful yet balanced, this Amarone is perfect for slow sipping or pairing with hearty dishes. It's a wine of structure, complexity, and finesse, and a shining example of the Farina family's modern approach to a timeless classic.
Italy
Veneto
Blend
750ml
15%
2022Farina Amarone della Valpolicella originates from Valpolicella in Veneto, northern Italy - the historic heartland of Amarone production. The region’s rolling hills north of Verona provide ideal exposure and ventilation, while limestone-rich soils contribute structure and finesse. Amarone is one of Italy’s most prestigious and distinctive red wine styles, produced using the traditional appassimento method.
This wine is crafted primarily from Corvina and Corvinone, with Rondinella completing the blend - the classic trio of Valpolicella. After harvest, the grapes are carefully dried for several months, concentrating sugars, flavours, and extract before fermentation. This traditional drying process gives Amarone its hallmark depth, richness, and elevated alcohol, while preserving balance and aromatic complexity.
Produced by Farina, a respected family estate in Valpolicella with roots dating back to the early 20th century, this Amarone reflects both tradition and modern precision. Extended maturation refines the wine’s power, integrating tannins and enhancing its layered character. The result is a wine of intensity and structure, yet with remarkable smoothness.
A dry, full-bodied red with concentrated dried fruit character, firm yet velvety tannins, and balanced acidity. The style is rich and powerful, yet polished and harmonious.
- Appearance: Deep garnet with ruby reflections and impressive concentration.
- Nose: Dried cherry, plum, fig, sweet spice, cocoa, and subtle tobacco.
- Palate: Rich dried fruit layered with dark chocolate, warming spice, and savoury depth.
- Texture: Full-bodied with velvety yet structured tannins and balanced acidity.
- Finish: Long, warming, and persistent with lingering dried fruit and spice.
- Overall Impression: A classic and powerful Amarone that captures the intensity of the appassimento tradition — rich, complex, and beautifully structured with impressive depth and longevity.
- Braised Beef or Short Ribs – The wine’s richness complements slow-cooked depth and savoury intensity.
- Venison or Game Dishes – Bold flavours align with Amarone’s concentration and spice.
- Aged Parmigiano Reggiano – Nutty, crystalline cheese enhances structure and fruit intensity.
- Wild Mushroom and Truffle Dishes – Earthy tones echo the wine’s savoury complexity.
- Dark Chocolate (70%+) – Bittersweet richness pairs beautifully with dried fruit depth.
- Serve at 17–18°C to allow full aromatic development and balance.
- Decant for at least 1–2 hours before serving to soften structure and open complexity.
- Use a large-bowl red wine glass to maximise aeration and aromatic expression.
- While approachable now with decanting, this vintage has the structure to evolve over the next 10–15 years when stored under proper cellar conditions.
