20-70 €Amarone / Valpolicella Grappa in Verona
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Amarone or Valpolicella grappa is made from the same grapes that produce the great reds of the Verona hills, transforming pomace into an intense and aromatic spirit. It reflects the ingenuity of Venetian rural tradition, where no part of the grape is wasted and every element finds a new expression. With notes of dried fruit, cherry, and spices—often enriched by aging in wood—it has long accompanied the convivial after-dinner moment. Bringing a bottle home means capturing the spirit of Valpolicella and the distinctly Italian ritual of sharing a glass after a meal.
- Da degustazione
- Tradizione veneta
- Da regalare
- Dopocena conviviale
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The product
What Amarone / Valpolicella Grappa is
Amarone or Valpolicella grappa is a spirit obtained from pomace — the skins and residues of the grapes — used to produce the famous red wines of the Verona area. After the fermentation and pressing of Corvina, Rondinella, and other local grape varieties, the pomace is distilled to create an intense and aromatic grappa. The result is a robust spirit, often with notes of dried fruit, cherry, and spices. Some versions are aged in wood, gaining greater smoothness and aromatic complexity.
The roots
Origin and history
Grappa production in Italy has ancient roots, but it developed in a more structured way between the 18th and 19th centuries in the northern regions. In the Valpolicella area, the availability of high-quality pomace from local wines encouraged the creation of grappas linked to these specific grapes. With the international success of Amarone in the 20th century, the distillation of its pomace also gained greater prestige. Some Venetian distilleries began emphasizing this specific origin, producing grappas identified precisely by their connection to Amarone or to the wines of Valpolicella.
This grappa reflects the idea that in wine culture nothing is wasted and that even what remains can become excellence. It carries with it the bond between Verona and the hills of Valpolicella, where the raw material is born. It is an object that speaks of conviviality, shared after-dinner moments, and an agricultural tradition transformed into the craft of distillation.
The context
Cultural significance
Grappa represents an important element of rural culture in Northern Italy, and in Veneto it is deeply connected to the world of wine. Distilling pomace has historically been a way to make use of every part of the grape, avoiding waste while creating a high-proof product. In the Verona area, Amarone grappa tells the story of the same raw materials and the same territory as the great wines of Valpolicella, but through a different technique and production tradition. It is often associated with the convivial after-dinner moment and the close of a meal.
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Where to buy
Where to find Amarone / Valpolicella Grappa in Verona
In Verona it can easily be found in wine shops in the historic center, in stores specializing in local products, and in some traditional delicatessens. Many visitors purchase it directly from distilleries or wineries in nearby Valpolicella, just a few kilometers from the city. Several wineries offer their own grappa alongside their wines, often with guided tastings. Some restaurants and wine bars in the city also serve it as a digestif at the end of a meal.
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