Amarone for Collectors: 24 Bottles to Buy and Keep
The collector’s selection · All’Amarone, Venice
Great Amarone. A cellar worth building.
A first bottle of Bertani, a rare Quintarelli, a mature Dal Forno to open this winter. Here are 24 bottles we would consider for a collection, with advice to help you choose.
Selected by Johann Depietri, AIS certified sommelier at All’Amarone. Updated October 2026. Prices and availability come directly from our shop.
What are you buying for?
A cellar to build
Start with a producer you enjoy. Choose a younger vintage and, if stock allows, buy a second bottle to follow its development.
A bottle to open soon
Look at mature vintages, then ask us about the individual bottle, its condition and serving advice.
A first collection
Bertani, Brunelli, Masi and smaller producers offer useful starting points without a €300 budget per bottle.
01 · Three starting points
Bertani, Quintarelli and Dal Forno
Three different approaches to Amarone, and three names worth knowing before building a collection. Choose by style first, then vintage and budget.
Bertani Amarone Classico 2015
A strong place to start. Bertani’s 2015 earned 100 points and the title of JamesSuckling.com’s Wine of the Year 2024.
Consider it if you enjoy a more restrained style of Amarone, or want a bottle to revisit over time. The 2016 below also makes an interesting comparison.
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Classico 2015
Original price was: €158.00.€134.00Current price is: €134.00.Giuseppe Quintarelli Amarone Classico 2018
Quintarelli is a natural choice for collectors drawn to traditional Amarone and small production. The 2018 offers a younger vintage to set alongside a mature bottle from the same estate.
Buying for an anniversary or a particular year? Ask us to check the vintages currently available.
Romano Dal Forno Amarone 2011
Dal Forno’s Monte Lodoletta comes from the Val d’Illasi, east of the Classico zone. It is a compelling option if you enjoy a powerful, concentrated style of Amarone.
Compare the 2011 with the 2015 below, or choose the mature 2006 for a different point in the wine’s development.
02 · Broaden the collection
Riservas and single vineyard Amarone
Once you know the style you like, explore a producer’s individual vineyards and Riservas. These five bottles offer different ways to build depth in a cellar.
Where to start: Fieramonte for Allegrini’s hillside vineyard in Fumane; De Buris for Tommasi’s Riserva; Mazzano or Bussola’s Vigneto Alto to follow a named vineyard. Dal Forno 2015 adds another vintage of Monte Lodoletta.
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG “Monte Lodoletta” 2015
Only 2 bottles left
Original price was: €510.00.€408.00Current price is: €408.00.
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Classico Riserva “Fieramonte” 2018
Original price was: €340.00.€298.00Current price is: €298.00.
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Classico Riserva “De Buris” 2009
Only 1 bottle left
Original price was: €397.00.€380.00Current price is: €380.00.
Amarone della Valpolicella DOC Classico “Mazzano” 2007
Only 1 bottle left
Original price was: €324.00.€275.00Current price is: €275.00.
Choosing for a future date? Tell us when you plan to open the wine and how you will store it. A vintage alone cannot tell you when an individual bottle will be at its best.
03 · A first collection
Amarone for collectors under €200
Six bottles to start with, or add variety to an established collection. Current prices are shown below; offers and availability can change.
Two useful comparisons: Bertani 2016 beside the featured 2015, or Masi Mazzano 2015 beside the 2007 above. Tasting the same wine across vintages helps you decide what to buy next.
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Classico “Mazzano” 2015
Only 1 bottle left
Original price was: €171.00.€145.00Current price is: €145.00.
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Classico Riserva “Il Fornetto” 2017
Only 1 bottle left
€157.00
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Riserva “Senza Titolo” 2015
Only 1 bottle left
Original price was: €149.00.€134.00Current price is: €134.00.
04 · Older bottles
Mature vintages for your next occasion
For a birthday, an anniversary or a dinner you have been planning. With older Amarone, the individual bottle’s storage history, fill level and cork condition matter as much as the year on the label.
| Wine and vintage | Current price & order |
|---|---|
| Bertani Classico 1980 An older bottle for a special occasion |
Original price was: €969.00.€775.00Current price is: €775.00. |
| Quintarelli Classico 1997 A mature vintage from Quintarelli |
Original price was: €1,516.00.€1,288.00Current price is: €1,288.00. |
| Bertani Classico 2001 A starting point for exploring mature Bertani |
Original price was: €372.00.€297.00Current price is: €297.00. |
| Quintarelli Classico Riserva 2003 A rare Riserva for a focused collection |
€1,243.00Notify me |
| Zenato “Sergio Zenato” Riserva 2006 A mature alternative to the three featured houses |
Original price was: €388.00.€310.00Current price is: €310.00. |
| Dal Forno “Monte Lodoletta” 2006 Compare with the 2011 or 2015 |
Original price was: €798.00.€718.00Current price is: €718.00. |
Looking for another year? Ask us to check the cellar. We can also advise on opening, sediment and decanting.
05 · Larger formats
Magnums for the cellar or the table
A magnum holds 1.5 liters, the equivalent of two standard bottles. Larger formats often develop more slowly, though storage and closure still matter. They are also a lovely choice for a shared dinner.
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG “Monte Lodoletta” 2016 Magnum 1.5L
Only 1 bottle left
Original price was: €998.00.€798.00Current price is: €798.00.
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Classico 2016 – MAGNUM
Only 1 bottle left
Original price was: €220.00.€176.00Current price is: €176.00.
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Classico Riserva “Costasera” 2019 Magnum 1.5L
Only 1 bottle left
€214.00What makes Amarone worth collecting?
Amarone’s character starts with appassimento, the drying of grapes before fermentation. The result can have the concentration and structure to develop over many years. The Valpolicella Consorzio describes Amarone’s capacity to evolve over decades.
But longevity depends on the producer, vintage and storage. Balance matters as much as power. For a useful collection, buy wines you want to drink, keep a record of each bottle and revisit your preferences as the wines develop.
How to care for your collection
Before you buy
- Choose a purpose. A dinner next month and an anniversary in ten years call for different bottles.
- Check the individual bottle. Ask about storage history and condition, especially for older vintages.
- Read scores by vintage. An award for one year does not apply to another. Scores are one part of the decision.
Once it is home
- Keep it cool and steady. Aim for around 12 to 14°C, away from heat, sunlight and vibration.
- Use proper wine storage. For long storage under natural cork, keep bottles on their side in a suitable cellar or wine fridge.
- Keep your records. Save invoices and note purchases, storage and tasting dates.
Questions collectors ask us
How long can Amarone age?
Many well made examples can develop for 15 to 20 years from the vintage; selected wines can last considerably longer with suitable storage. That is a broad guide. Ask us about the specific bottle and the date you have in mind.
Which Amarone should I collect first?
Bertani, Quintarelli and Dal Forno are useful starting points. Choose one that suits your taste and budget, then compare vintages or add a different producer. You do not need to buy every bottle on this page.
Will my bottles increase in value?
There is no guarantee. Different vintages can have very different retail prices, but that does not prove investment returns. Storage, condition, fees and demand affect resale. We recommend choosing wines you would be happy to open.
Is a Riserva always the better choice?
A Riserva has a longer minimum aging requirement, but the label alone does not tell you which wine you will prefer. Compare the producer, vintage and style, and consider when you want to drink it.
Can you send photos of an older bottle?
Contact us with the wine and vintage. We can check the bottle and arrange photos and condition details before you decide.
Do you ship outside Italy?
Yes, we arrange international shipping from Venice. Tell us your destination and the bottles you are considering so we can confirm delivery options, packaging, timing and any applicable import charges before you order.
Can you reserve a bottle or find a particular year?
Ask us to check availability and whether we can arrange a short hold. If a vintage is unavailable, we can look into options or suggest a suitable alternative.
Personal advice from Venice
Tell us what you would like to collect
A favorite producer, a birth year, a budget or a future dinner. Send us a few details and we will help you choose, with bottle condition and shipping in mind.
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