Le Marognole
Amarone & Valpolicella Wines by Le Marognole
Le Marognole is a family-run winery in Valgatara di Marano di Valpolicella, founded in 2004 by Fabio Corsi. The estate has deep agricultural roots, as Fabio’s family had cultivated grapes for generations but had always sold them rather than producing wine. After gaining experience in other wineries, he decided to begin vinification using the family’s vineyards, a choice that quickly established Le Marognole as a respected name in Valpolicella. Today, with the support of his wife Eleonora, the winery produces 40,000 bottles annually, gaining recognition for its commitment to quality.
Located in the hills of Valpolicella Classica, between the Verona plain and Lake Garda, the winery takes its name from the marògne, the dry-stone walls that support the terraced vineyards. The estate covers six hectares, planted exclusively with Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella. Every stage of vineyard work is carried out manually, from thinning the bunches to carefully selecting grapes at harvest to ensure only the best fruit is used.
Grapes destined for Amarone and Recioto are dried naturally throughout the winter, concentrating their sugars and aromas. The winery uses temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks for fermentation, allowing precise control over each stage of production. Aging takes place in a combination of large oak barrels and barriques, depending on the wine’s structure and style.
The vineyards include Camporocco and Campogerico, two plots with excellent sun exposure and constant ventilation, situated at 350 meters above sea level. These sites, named by Fabio’s grandmother, produce grapes with strong character, contributing to wines that reflect both the land and the thoughtful approach to winemaking.
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Classico “Camporocco” 2019
€52.00This rich and well-structured wine from Le Marognole is crafted from hand-selected grapes in the high-altitude terraces of Valpolicella Classica, developing deep cherry, balsamic, and toasted notes through careful aging.
Bottle: 750ml
Vintage: 2019
Alcohol: 16,5%
Grapes: 80% Corvina and Corvinone, 20% Rondinella
Ageing: 36 months in French oak tonneaux
Aromas: Deep flavors of ripe cherry, balsamic notes, and toasted undertones
Valpolicella Ripasso DOC Classico Superiore 2019
€20.00Le Marognole’s Valpolicella Ripasso balances tradition and precision, blending rich cherry and spice notes with the depth gained from Amarone pomace, all crafted with the hands-on care of this family-run winery.
Bottle: 750ml
Vintage: 2019
Alcohol: 14,5%
Grapes: 80% Corvina and Corvinone, 20% Rondinella
Ageing: For 24 months in 500-liter French oak barrels
Aromas: Subtle balsamic notes that wrap around the ripe cherry and spice