In 1950, Alberto Bolla's grandchildren bottled a special wine to celebrate his 80th birthday. What began as a family tribute became a milestone in the Italian wine world: the first commercially produced Amarone. To this day, this Le Poiane Amarone remains the icon of the Bolla house, with its powerful structure, refined aromas, and a history you can taste in every sip.
The vineyards are located in the Valpolicella Classico region, north of Verona. Here, the grapes benefit from a combination of chalky soils, cool nights, and sunny slopes at higher elevations. The vineyards are planted with vines averaging 25 years old. This ensures low yields and an intense, concentrated harvest. The name "Le Poiane" refers to the buzzards that circle above the vineyards.
After harvest, the grapes are dried naturally for several weeks to concentrate their sugars and aromas. Fermentation takes place with neutral yeasts, ensuring the grape's character remains prominent. Malolactic fermentation takes place partly in small French and American oak barriques and partly in large wooden vats. The final aging lasts 24 months in this combination of used barriques and large 7,000-liter barrels, for a perfect balance of wood, fruit, and spice.
100% Corvina and Corvinone.
Perfect with game dishes, stews, red meat, or aged cheeses. Serve between 17 and 19 degrees Celsius for optimal expression.
