About

Santi has been operating in the Valpolicella area since 1843, allowing it to select not only the best vineyards in the Val d’Illasi, but also in other valleys in order to have different exposures and microclimates to obtain the best combinations and create the exclusive and consistent style of Santi wines.

Terroir

The vineyards face south-east and are situated at altitudes between 300 and 350 metres above sea level. Type of soils include marl and limestone origin, highly clayey, rich in limestone

Vinification

The wine ages in tonneaux for the first 12 months and then in large barrels, both made of French oak, for a total of four years. Before being sold, the wine rests in bottle for more than a year for further important aging.

Tasting Notes

Dark red colour, ruby red reflections. The bouquet is very enveloping in complexity, smoothness, and intensity. A texture given by the hints of ripe plum, blackcurrant jam, and blueberry. Followed by notes reminiscent of orange peel, tea leaf, and dry pastry. On the palate it is enveloping, round yet vibrant due to the velvety tannins and the pleasant acidity. The return of the scents on the nose accompanies the long and sapid aftertaste. Red meats, game, mature cheeses.

Food Pairing

Red meats, game, mature cheeses.

Appellation

Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG

Winemaker

Cristian Ridolfi

Grape Varieties

Corvina, Rondinella, Corvinone

Sizes Available

750 ML

Awards & Recognition

93 points

Jeb Dunnuck

91 points

Wine Enthusiast

A harmonious expression of Amarone showing impressive integration at this stage. Dark cherry and dried plum mingle seamlessly with Mediterranean herbs and forest floor notes. The palate strikes an elegant balance between fruit richness and savory complexity, supported by polished tannins. Neither too dense nor too light, it finds that sweet spot where power meets finesse.

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