Amarone della Valpolicella DOC Classico 2001
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Bottle: 750ml
Vintage: 2001
Alcohol: 15.2%
Grapes: Corvina and Rondinella
Ageing: 6–7 years in large Slavonian oak barrels.
Aromas: Ripe cherry and plum, dried fruit, licorice, spices and tobacco, with tea leaf and balsamic hints. Structured, layered and elegant.
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Vintage 2001
Stars from the Consorzio Tutela Vini Valpolicella, for Amarone della Valpolicella
A good year. Fine summer weather and very healthy grapes.
A season that suited the vine, with excellent grape health.
A water deficit until August was largely made up by rain in the first week of September. Dry weather in June and July kept the grapes very healthy. Grapes for drying were picked from 13 September, the rest from 18 September. Sugar ran two degrees above average, and 126,000 quintals went to dry, helped by a very cold winter. Hail touched some strips in the south of the area.
Bertani’s account emphasizes the finish to the growing season. Nick Jackson MW’s tasting note for its Amarone Classico describes concentrated fruit with pepper and black cherry liqueur notes, providing a fuller picture of the estate’s interpretation. Jackson finds the fruit unusually rich and sweet in impression, while noting less supporting structure. His description ends on infused fruit flavors. Bertani’s analytical record lists 15.2% alcohol and 6.2 g/L residual sugar; the estate bottled this wine in 2008.
Bertani (translated from Italian): "The excellent conditions in September and October"
Amarone della Valpolicella DOC Classico 2001 by Bertani
A classic expression of Bertani’s Amarone, the 2001 vintage reflects a style built on balance, structure, and long aging rather than immediate intensity.
Produced from Corvina and Rondinella grapes selected for appassimento, the wine follows the traditional drying process, concentrating both sugars and aromas before fermentation into a dry, structured Amarone.
The 2001 vintage shows a deep garnet red color. On the nose, it opens with notes of ripe cherry, plum, and dried fruit, followed by layers of licorice, spices, tea leaf, and tobacco.
On the palate, it is full and composed, with a clear structure where freshness and tannins support the richness of the fruit. Red berry flavors, subtle vanilla tones from long aging, and a savory backbone lead to a long, persistent finish.
Bertani’s signature approach is evident: elegance over power, precision over excess. The wine develops slowly, offering complexity and harmony with time, and confirming its strong aging potential.
Why it matters
Classic Bertani Amarone style focused on longevity and balance
Traditional production with extended appassimento and long barrel aging
A vintage that combines structure, freshness, and depth
When to drink
Already expressive, but still capable of further evolution. Decanting is recommended.
Pairing
Red meats, game, aged cheeses, or enjoyed on its own at the end of a meal.
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Bertani was founded in 1857 by Giovan Battista and Gaetano in the Valpantena region near Verona. From the beginning, they embraced advanced methods learned abroad while preserving local grape varieties, forging a style that balanced progress with tradition. Over time, the estate expanded into areas such as Valpolicella and Soave, emphasizing a consistent respect for the land and the character of native vines. Today, the winery continues to produce wines with a clear stylistic identity, guided by a philosophy that values the authentic qualities of each terroir.
One of the most recognized wines from Bertani is their Amarone della Valpolicella Classico. The process starts with a meticulous harvest of Corvina, Rondinella, and other traditional grapes at peak ripeness, followed by careful drying (appassimento) on racks for around 120 days. This draws out the natural sugars and aromatic compounds. After the drying period, the grapes receive a gentle pressing and slow fermentation in large oak casks, using approaches that highlight depth and refinement. Prolonged aging in the cellar then helps achieve layers of dark fruit, spices, and subtle herbal notes. The result stands as evidence of what can be attained through patience and respect for local conditions.
Bertani’s overall approach rests on careful choices, starting in the vineyard and continuing all the way to bottling. Non-intrusive ecological methods protect the biodiversity of their lands, and a blend of family knowledge with modern winemaking ensures consistency. Across more than 160 years, Bertani has remained faithful to creating balanced wines, prized for their capacity to develop over time.
With vineyards in sought-after districts of Valpolicella, Soave, and beyond, the winery has developed a range that highlights the distinction of each zone. Though Amarone della Valpolicella Classico is often seen as the pinnacle of this portfolio, Bertani also produces other Venetian appellations, reflecting a wish to illustrate the potential of local grape varieties. Through measured innovation and an enduring regard for tradition, Bertani holds a significant place in the Italian wine landscape.
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