Pietro Zardini
Amarone & Valpolicella Wines by Pietro Zardini
The Pietro Zardini Winery represents an ongoing story deeply connected to Valpolicella, originating in the early 1600s with Leonardo Zardini, a passionate winemaker and the family’s forefather. From humble beginnings in the Valpolicella Classico region, generations of Zardinis have tirelessly cultivated their vines, transforming a modest family farm into the contemporary winery of today.
Each generation has left a distinctive mark: Giacinto, whose determination was legendary; Pietro, admired locally for the powerful oxen he raised; Leone, whose spirit inspired the Amarone Riserva; and finally Pietro Zardini himself, carrying forward their shared passion into modern winemaking.
Today, Pietro blends historical wisdom with contemporary vision, producing wines that combine classic aromas with intriguing nuances. His wines harmoniously balance familiar tastes and innovative methods, connecting the traditions of yesterday with the creativity of today.
About Pietro Zardini
Pietro’s own story began in the old family cellar, Corte Zardini, in San Floriano, surrounded by the scents and sounds of rural life. His formative years were steeped in memories of vineyards, cherry trees, fields worked by hand, and vivid family tales. After specializing in viticulture, Pietro began collaborating at the age of 19 with renowned wineries in the Verona area, developing an approach that reflects both respect for tradition and openness to new ideas.
The result is a unique collection of wines authentically linked to Valpolicella’s past, yet confidently looking towards its future. This vision defines #garantitodapietrozardini—a promise of wines produced thoughtfully and passionately, respecting the rich roots from which they grew.
“Austero” Corvina Verona IGT 2023
€22.00
Bottle: 750ml
Vintage: 2023
Alcohol: 14%
Grapes: Corvina 100%
Ageing: Oak aging in barrels and barriques for up to two years
Aromas: Dried fruits, warm spice, and a graceful velvet touch
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Riserva “Decem” 2013
€174.00
Bottle: 750ml
Vintage: 2013
Alcohol: 16,5%
Grapes: 70% Corvina, 20% Rondinella, complemented by 5% Molinara and 5% Croatina
Ageing: wooden vats, then continues with gentle maturation in amphorae, then gains complexity in French oak barrels, before finally resting in bottles.
Aromas: ripe fruit harmoniously blended with undertones of coffee, cocoa, and exotic spices.
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Riserva “Decem” 2016
€164.00
Bottle: 750ml
Vintage: 2016
Alcohol: 16%
Grapes: 70% Corvina, 20% Rondinella, complemented by 5% Molinara and 5% Croatina
Ageing: wooden vats, then continues with gentle maturation in amphorae, then gains complexity in French oak barrels, before finally resting in bottles.
Aromas: ripe fruit harmoniously blended with undertones of coffee, cocoa, and exotic spices.
Valpolicella DOC Superiore “Hercules Apoteosis” 2019
€64.00A Valpolicella Superiore aged in terracotta amphora alongside oak and barrique, giving a full, savoury red where fresh fruit meets cocoa, spice and a distinctive amphora finish.
Bottle: 0.75 L
Vintage: 2019
Alcohol: 15% vol.
Grapes: Corvina, Rondinella & Molinara
Ageing: Amphora, oak barrels and barriques for 3 to 4 years, then rest in bottle
Aromas: Fruit, cocoa and vanilla
Valpolicella Ripasso DOC Superiore 2023
€26.00
Bottle: 750ml
Vintage: 2023
Alcohol: 14%
Grapes: Corvina 70%, rondinella 20%, molinara 10%
Ageing: In large botti and small barriques of oak for two years, followed by a spell in stainless steel.
Aromas: Vinous wine, rich with amarena cherries and baked fruit; full on the palate, velvety and rounded.
Awards: Falstaff 92/100
Valpolicella DOC “Pietro Junior” 2023
€26.00
Bottle: 750ml
Vintage: 2023
Alcohol: 12,5%
Grapes: Corvina 65%, rondinella 25%, molinara 10%
Ageing: 8-10 months in large oak barrels followed by time in stainless steel.
Aromas: Velvety and elegant, with aromas of fresh hay and nuts; full, rich and soft on the palate.
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Riserva “Leone Zardini” 2019
€78.00
Bottle: 750ml
Vintage: 2019
Alcohol: 16%
Grapes: Corvina 70%, Rondinella 20%, Molinara 10%
Ageing: Four years in a combination of amphora, oak barrels, and tonneaux, followed by further refinement in the bottle.
Aromas: Layered bouquet of ripe fruit, cocoa, coffee, and spices.
Awards: Luca Maroni 94/100
Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG “Pietro Junior” 2021
Original price was: €42.00.€39.00Current price is: €39.00.
Bottle: 750ml
Vintage: 2021
Alcohol: 15,5%
Grapes: Corvina 70%, Rondinella 20% and Molinara 10%
Ageing: 36 months in oak barrels and in barriques
Aromas: Rich, complex and deep, of black cherries, humus, oriental spices, pepper, graphite and citrus peel
Awards: Luca Maroni 95/100