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Cesari Bosan Amarone 2001 The result of a decade of research and agronomical study, Amarone Bosan originates in Valpolicella, and is made from 80% Corvina and 20% Rondinella grapes. The quality of this wine comes from the combination of careful management of the vineyard, the intensity of the plantation, accurate pruning, thinning and selection of only the best bunches to obtain a grape which, after drying for four months, is made into this extraordinary wine, refined in large oak barrels, barriques or casks, after which it undergoes a long period of rest in the bottle.   Production Grapes destined to produce the Amarone have to be harvested 1-2 weeks in advance respect those for the Valpolicella. During harvest the best clusters are picked and placed, very carefully and just in one lay, in small wooden boxes. The grapes are left to dry in rooms called “Fruttai”, where there are large openings or windows to allow the free flow of the air which is vital to avoid the risk of rots. The drying process takes place until the middle of January and during these months, clusters are continuously controlled and eventually removed if damaged. At the end of the drying period, grapes have lost 30-40% of their initial weight and have naturally enhanced flavour and higher concentration of sugar, who is indispensable to guarantee a consistent alcohol degree ( around 16% by vol.) during the following fermentation. Technique of maceration used is on skins, having a duration of 30 days. The wine is racked off its lees and transferred to stainless steel vats where malolactic fermentation takes place. At this stage begin the ageing of the wine that will last for three years, partly in large oak barrels ( Slavonian ) and partly in French barriques and tonneaux ( Allier ). Ageing is completed with another 12-15 months resting in the bottle before release. 30,000 bottles came out of our cellars from the 2001 vintage.   Organoleptic description The characteristic fragrance of cherry merges with hints of spices, cocoa and vanilla. With a full and velvety flavour, it displays all its power in a warm, elegant body. Excellent with game, grilled meats and stews, however we recommend it also by itself, as the ideal meditation wine.