{"product_id":"2016-serego-alighieri-masi-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico-vaio-armaron-docg","title":"2016 Serego Alighieri, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico \"Vaio Armaron\" DOCG","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"first-token\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003e2016 Serego Alighieri \"Vaio Armaron\" Amarone della Valpolicella Classico\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the ultimate collector find:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a perfectly mature,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ten-year-old library release that lets you skip a decade of cellar waiting entirely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rooted in living literary royalty,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the estate was purchased in 1353 by Pietro Alighieri,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e son of \"The Supreme Poet\" Dante,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and has remained in the direct care of 21 generations of Dante's descendants ever since.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sourced from the legendary namesake site—the very vineyard that gave Amarone its name—this benchmark bottling represents the pinnacle of classical Venetian winemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted via the rigorous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"25\"\u003eappassimento\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e method,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e hand-harvested grapes—including an heirloom clone of Molinara—rested on traditional bamboo racks for over 100 days to concentrate aroma,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e structure,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Following three years in large oak casks,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the wine received its signature four-month finish in rare 600-liter cherry wood (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"328\"\u003elegno di ciliegio\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) barrels,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a forgotten regional practice that yields an unmistakable perfume of dried sour cherry,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e spiced plum,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and almond blossom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapturing twin 95-point reviews from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"514\"\u003eVinous\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"525\"\u003eDecanter\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this 2016 reveals seamless balance,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e savory freshness,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and velvety,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fine-grained power.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vinous_240x240.png?v=1769834033\" alt=\"Vinous Wine Media Logo\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15.992646px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95 Points,  Vinous Media: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2016 Amarone Vaio Armaron is understated in the glass, forcing the taster to work for its delicate bouquet of confectionary spices, crushed stone, graphite and dried blueberries. This is a beauty—seamlessly silky and precise, with fresh acidity and pretty red berry fruits. Tactile mineral tones add traction toward the close. The 2016 finishes lightly tannic and quite refined, with a pleasant bitter tinge that puckers the cheeks. This is a fantastically balanced interpretation of Vaio Armaron. -Eric Guido,Dec 2023 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/decanter_logo_240x240.png?v=1769834034\" alt=\"Decanter Magazine Logo\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15.992646px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95 Points, Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the estate owned by the descendants of Dante near Lake Garda, the Amarones of Serego Alighieri are rounder and smoother compared to those of Masi itself. This wine includes 10% Molinara from a specific pre-phylloxera clone of the variety grown in the vineyards, and another distinction is the partial use of cherry wood barrels for ageing, for a more oxidative maturation. Deep and dark, this opens with scents of Parma violets, cocoa and dusty books. In the mouth it's soft and supple, fleshy and silky, the aromas reflected in its flavours along with intense black cherry, bright red cherry and lavender. There's great balance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e here, and it's a wine to relax into over the course of an evening either with or without food. -James Button, Nov 2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReady-to-Drink Library Maturity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Arrives with a full decade of bottle development already accomplished,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eallowing you to bypass aggressive youthful tannins for supple,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e integrated complexity right now.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRare Cherry Wood Cask Heritage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Finished in traditional 600-liter cherry wood barrels,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e imparting a seductive,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003einimitable aromatic lift of wild cherry,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e almond blossom,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and cocoa powder virtually nonexistent in modern Amarone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLiving Dante Alighieri Lineage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sourced from the historic cru credited with naming the entire Amarone category,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econtinuously farmed by 21 generations of Dante's direct descendants for over 670 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGive It Air:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Decant for 60 to 90 minutes prior to pouring to awaken tertiary layers of pipe tobacco,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e dried figs,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and spice while softening its muscular frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Cellar Temperature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Serve slightly cool at 62°F–65°F (17°C–18°C) in large Bordeaux or Burgundy stems to focus the delicate cherry-wood aromatics without emphasizing alcohol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClassic Winter Table Pairings:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Built for rich,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e savory fare—pair alongside slow-braised beef short ribs,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e venison medallions,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rich risotto all'Amarone,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or crystalline shards of 36-month aged Parmigiano-Reggiano.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Vaio_Armaron__Amarone_della_Valpolicella_Classico_DOCG_controll_1.jpg?v=1794396895\" alt=\"Serego Alighieri\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vineyard Brands","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48504572149814,"sku":"SOMM2611-SER16AMA-750","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2016SeregoAlighieri_AmaronedellaValpolicellaClassico_VaioArmaron_DOCG.png?v=1793911121","url":"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/products\/2016-serego-alighieri-masi-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico-vaio-armaron-docg","provider":"SommSelect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}