Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Riserva “Lilium Est” 2015
€198.00 Original price was: €198.00.€158.00Current price is: €158.00.
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Critic scores for the 2015 vintage
Indulge in the rich and opulent Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva “Lilium Est” by Tenuta Sant’Antonio, crafted in the picturesque Monti Garbi district in the Veronese municipality of Mezzane di Sotto.
Bottle: 750ml
Vintage: 2015
Alcohol: 16%
Grapes: 70% Corvina and Corvinone – 20% Rondinella – 5% Croatina – 5% Oseleta
Ageing: the wine is aged for 3 years in new Bordeaux barrels, made from staves dried in the open for over 36 months, and then bottle-aged for a further 4 years before being released.
Aromas: intense, full and fine aroma that opens with balsamic, almost iodine notes, followed by ripe cherries, plums, and small woodland berries. It also has spicy aromas of star anise, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper, vanilla, and ginger, as well as tertiary aromas of cocoa, chocolate, goudron, almond, toasted hazelnuts, and pipe tobacco.
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Vintage 2015Exceptional vintage
Stars from the Consorzio Tutela Vini Valpolicella, for Amarone della Valpolicella
An exceptional year. A hot, dry summer and an early harvest of very healthy grapes.
A year of extremes: record heat and little rain, with healthy grapes and an early harvest.
The winter was warm, and the following months set twenty year records for maximum temperatures, July above all. April and July were very dry. Flowering came early, in late May and early June, and the heat of July and August did not slow ripening. The hot, dry weather kept downy mildew, powdery mildew and botrytis away, while careful vineyard work eased the stress on the vines. Harvest from about 10 September.
Amarone della Valpolicella Docg Riserva “Lilium Est” by Tenuta Sant’Antonio
Indulge in the rich and intense Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva “Lilium Est” by Tenuta Sant’Antonio. Crafted from a blend of Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Croatina and Oseleta grapes, carefully handpicked from vineyards in Monti Garbi, Mezzane di Sotto, this wine is a masterpiece of the art of winemaking.
The wine’s inky ruby red color and intense aroma are a prelude to its complex flavor profile. Balsamic and iodine notes combine with the fragrance of ripe cherries, plums, and woodland berries. Aromatic spices like star anise, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper, vanilla, and ginger add depth and complexity, while tertiary aromas of cocoa, chocolate, goudron, almond, toasted hazelnuts, and pipe tobacco elevate the experience.
On the palate, the wine is dry, warm, and soft, well-balanced by notable acidity, richness of flavor, and rounded tannin content. The finish is fine and persistent, leaving a memorable aftertaste.
This wine is aged for 3 years in new Bordeaux barrels, followed by a minimum of 4 years in a bottle before being released to the market. Pair it with charcoal-grilled red meats, roast beef, braised meat, sliced beef or foal, roasts with tasty sauces, furred and feathered game, or hard and mature cheeses. This wine is ready to be savored now or stored for later, a true testament to the winemakers’ dedication to the craft.
United States
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Rest of the European Union
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Tenuta Sant’Antonio is led by four brothers who have been involved with vines and the land from an early age. Their roots in farming and strong ambitions are evident in the attention they give to every stage of production, always aiming for outstanding results.
Their vineyards lie between Soave and Valpolicella, two renowned areas with distinct characteristics. Valpolicella’s name comes from “Vallis-polis-cellae,” or “valley of many cellars”, reflecting a centuries-old winemaking tradition on compact limestone soils, moderated by breezes from Lake Garda. Soave belongs to the eastern Lessini Mountains, formed millions of years ago by underwater volcanic activity and the accumulation of fossil-based sediments. Both vineyard zones stand between 120 and 130 meters above sea level near the Alps, which provide a favorable climate for grape cultivation.
The Castagnedi family has always worked to protect the land and those who cultivate it, with an emphasis on wholesome methods that ensure authentic wines. They believe that Amarone, Valpolicella, and Soave are never identical, and they value their own approach in creating wines that reflect individual style. For those who appreciate a thoughtful choice, every bottle from Tenuta Sant’Antonio offers a clear expression of place and character.
