Fattori Amarone, Col de la Bastia

A selection of Fattori's hand-picked Valpolicella grapes are destined for the fruttaio, where they will dry in well-ventilated small boxes through the months of December or often January. The water loss promotes a concentration of all substances in the grapes, leading to an intensity of flavors, aromas, and a lush texture. The resulting wine is a knockout—especially given Antonio's talent for preserving fresh aromas and purity of terroir. It is loaded with sweet spices, dried plum, cassis, and notes of dried herbs and licorice. 

Varietals: 65% Corvina, 15% Corvinone, 10% Rondinella, 10% Teroldego and other varieties

Vineyard: Col de la Bastia, In the “Val d’Illasi” near Romano Dal Forno; highest point of the area, at 450m altitude

Farming: Organic

Vinification: Hand harvested, crushed; fermentation starts with natural yeast and the must is filled into barrels to finish fermentation

Aging: 18-24 months in 5-10 HL barrels