Giuseppe Quintarelli - Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva 1995 – Veneto Italy

Giuseppe Quintarelli Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva 1995 is an exceptionally rare and monumental expression of Amarone, produced only in the finest vintages. Deep, powerful, and endlessly complex, it represents the pinnacle of Quintarelli’s craft.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
• Region: Valpolicella Classica, Veneto, Italy
• Vintage: 1995
• Aging: ~7 years in Slavonian oak + extended bottle aging
• Style: Full-bodied, ultra-complex, long-aged red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied
• Fruit: Dried cherry, fig, prune
• Savory: Tobacco, leather, spice, balsamic, earthy notes
• Structure: Fully integrated tannins, immense depth, persistent finish

Profound and contemplative, this Amarone Riserva reveals intense layers of dried fruit, spice, and tertiary complexity. The palate is deep and expansive, with seamless structure and a long, evolving finish shaped by extended aging and meticulous selection.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Produced only in exceptional vintages as a personal selection by the Quintarelli family
• Extended aging over many years creates extraordinary depth and complexity
• One of the most collectible and iconic Amarone wines ever produced

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Braised meats, game, or aged beef
• Rich, slow-cooked dishes
• Aged cheeses or enjoyed as a meditation wine

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Serious collectors and lovers of legendary wines
✓ Drinkers seeking depth, history, and profound complexity
✕ Not ideal if you prefer simple or youthful wines