{"product_id":"amarone-della-valpolicella-riserva-lilium-est-2015-cassetta-in-legno","title":"Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva Lilium est 2015 Wooden Box Tenuta Sant'Antonio Famiglia Castagnedi","description":"\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmarone della Valpolicella Riserva Lilium Est\u003c\/strong\u003e 2015 by \u003cstrong\u003eTenuta Sant'Antonio Famiglia Castagnedi Single Wooden Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant, deep, and rich in personality, \u003cstrong\u003eAmarone della Valpolicella Riserva Lilium Est\u003c\/strong\u003e best interprets the tradition of Valpolicella through the authoritative lens of Tenuta Sant'Antonio. It is an important wine, designed for those seeking structure, complexity, and aging potential, with a profile that combines aromatic concentration, balance, and a long-lasting taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDetails\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTENUTA SANT’ANTONIO Lilium Est is the historic Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva and an icon of the winery, a product of tradition but at the same time limited and characteristic of the terroir that the winery represents. With a minimum aging of 10 years before release, it represents the slow passage of time and a valuable snapshot of the craftsmanship of the Castagnedi Family in their evolution.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eAmarone della Valpolicella Riserva\u003c\/strong\u003e is born in the Municipality of Mezzane di Sotto, in the Monti Garbi area, from vineyards located about 300 meters above sea level. The calcareous soil, with sandy silt, helps define a tense and savory sip, while the age of the vines and the careful selection of grapes strengthen the wine's identity. The varieties used, \u003cstrong\u003eCorvina\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCorvinone\u003c\/strong\u003e, Rondinella, Croatina, and Oseleta, tell a classic and territorial story, with a natural inclination towards complexity. The limited production and the choice to market the wine only in climatically regular vintages emphasize its selective character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents a very intense and impenetrable ruby red color. On the nose, it offers a wide and fine bouquet, with hints of ripe cherry, plum, small berries, and a spicy weave reminiscent of star anise, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper, vanilla, and ginger. With evolution, balsamic nuances, cocoa, chocolate, pipe tobacco, almond, toasted hazelnut, and goudron emerge. The sip is dry, warm, and soft, supported by acidity, savoriness, and round tannins. The structure is significant but well integrated, with a very persistent, balanced, and fine finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmarone della Valpolicella Riserva Lilium Est\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs effectively with grilled red meats, braised dishes, roast beef, rich sauced roasts, beef or horse steaks, and game birds or fur. It is also excellent with aged and hard cheeses, where its aromatic depth and savory vein create a harmonious and satisfying pairing. It expresses itself best in structured cuisine, in dishes with intense and persistent flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo fully appreciate its complexity and balance, serve \u003cstrong\u003eAmarone della Valpolicella Riserva Lilium Est\u003c\/strong\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003e16-18 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e. If the bottle has been stored for a long time or if the wine is young relative to its potential, it may benefit from a short oxygenation time in the glass or decanter, thus expanding the bouquet and relaxing the tertiary aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing \u003cstrong\u003eAmarone della Valpolicella Riserva Lilium Est\u003c\/strong\u003e means bringing to the table a prestigious, complex wine with a strong personality, capable of uniting tradition, grape selection, and long maturation. It is an ideal bottle for special occasions, important dinners, and valuable gifts, but also for those who wish to build a small cellar with an Italian red destined to evolve over time. Its structure, aromatic finesse, and aging potential make it a highly satisfying choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an impenetrable ruby red color with purple reflections, it presents a slight garnet note due to wood aging. The aroma is typical of wild red fruits with an unmistakable woody touch, mineral notes on aromas of licorice, black pepper, tobacco, spices, and chocolate. On the palate, the flavor is very intense, balanced, persistent, and robust, to be consumed beyond the 5th year following the harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Tenuta Sant Antonio Famiglia Castagnedi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57027983442306,"sku":"295cd17e6a","price":190.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/b0c2a4fdc105ecbe984bd8081bc51c67.jpg?v=1779220731","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/amarone-della-valpolicella-riserva-lilium-est-2015-wooden-box","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}