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Giuseppe Quintarelli Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2012

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    92 Points
Giuseppe Quintarelli Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2012
  • Vinous
    92 Points
Giuseppe Quintarelli Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2012
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Giuseppe Quintarelli

Giuseppe Quintarelli Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2012

SKU: GQVC201210 UCAU
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Giuseppe Quintarelli is considered to be quite simply a legend of Italian viticulture, notably of Amarone, a globally-renowned Venetian wine.

The viticulture at the domain is traditional, inspired by ancestral practices. The vines are treated only when necessary (when it rains, for example), and no herbicides are used.

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Tasting Notes

Giuseppe Quintarelli Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2012 exemplifies the finest traditions of Italian winemaking, emerging from the heart of the Veneto region’s celebrated Valpolicella Classico zone. Renowned for its rolling hills and distinctive microclimate, this area produces grapes that combine vibrant acidity with rich, concentrated flavors—ideal characteristics that contribute to the wine’s exceptional balance and depth.

Crafted by Giuseppe Quintarelli, a true legend in Venetian viticulture known globally for his Amarone, this vintage reflects a dedication to ancestral, sustainable practices. The estate carefully nurtures its vines with minimal intervention, applying treatments only when necessary and completely avoiding herbicides, allowing the terroir to shine through with remarkable purity and authenticity.

The 2012 vintage benefits from ideal weather conditions, enhancing grape quality and flavor complexity. Sourced exclusively from a premium private cellar, this Valpolicella Classico Superiore offers a rich and layered bouquet featuring ripe cherries, delicate dried herbs, and subtle spice notes. Its elegant structure is supported by silky tannins that unfold gracefully on the palate, culminating in a balanced, refined finish that lingers with sophistication.

This wine stands as a rare expression of Venetian winemaking heritage, combining tradition, passion, and unparalleled craftsmanship. The Giuseppe Quintarelli Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2012 is a distinguished choice for those seeking a classic Italian red that embodies authenticity and excellence.

  • Legendary Producer: Giuseppe Quintarelli is celebrated worldwide for his extraordinary contributions to Italian Amarone and Venetian wines.
  • Traditional Viticulture: Vines are managed with ancestral techniques, applying treatments only when necessary and avoiding herbicides completely.
  • Premium Sourcing: Each bottle is drawn from a select private cellar ensuring top-tier quality and authentic expression.
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Red

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2012

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Corvina

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Valpolicella

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750ml (Bottle)

10-15_Years

15 Plus Years

14

15.0%

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Critic Scores

92Vinous

The 2012 Valpolicella Classico Superiore opens up with dusty dried flowers, black cherries and exotic spices. It gains volume and richness the longer it sits in the glass. Its textures are silky, coasting along a medium-bodied frame with mineral-tinged red fruits energized by brisk acids. The 2012 becomes quite floral toward the close, and incredibly pretty as well, with hints of fine tannin under an air of geranium, violets and sweet lavender. I expect this will flesh out a bit more and excel with another year or two of cellaring. It was made from half fresh-harvested and half air-dried fruit which is matured for six years in cask prior to release. Primarily, the blend is all traditional Venetian red grapes, but it also contains a small amount of other indigenous Italian varieties. Very nice.

Vinification & Cultivation

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Vineyard Cultivation

The Valpolicella Classico Superiore is sourced from mature vines planted on volcanic and limestone soils in the foothills of the Lessini Mountains, within the Classico denomination boundary. The vineyard's south-facing orientation and moderate altitude create a microclimate that balances ripeness with freshness in the Corvina-based blend. The 2012 vintage was warm, with favourable growing conditions through the season that contributed to good concentration and phenolic maturity in the fruit, characteristics reflected in the resulting wine's structure.

Vinification

The wine was produced following Quintarelli's established protocols: natural fermentation in wooden vessels with extended maceration for tannin and colour extraction. Oak maturation combined larger neutral vessels with strategic use of smaller oak, allowing development of secondary aromatic complexity. The producer's consistent approach emphasises terroir expression and the characteristics of the vintage rather than oak-driven flavours. The resulting wine balances fruit intensity with the mineral finesse characteristic of well-made Valpolicella.

About this Wine

Veneto

Veneto in the north east of Italy, is the 8th largest region in Italy in terms of land mass, and over 90,000 hectares are under vine, of which some 35,000 hectares are DOC, making Veneto the largest producer of DOC wines in Italy. Venetian viticulture dates back to the Roman times, but phylloxera and world wars saw large cooperatives come to the region taking over many smaller vineyards.

The region is protected from the harsh European climate by the Alps, in the north of Veneto, though the cool climate there is ideal for producing Garganega, the main variety in the white wine Soave. To the east, along the Adriatic coast the renowned Valpolicella, Amarone and Bardolino DOC reds are produced. Reds are often blended with multiple grapes although straight varietals like Cabernet Franc can be very enjoyable.

The plains of Piave produce vast quantities of wine, rather than necessarily producing the highest quality wines and up in the Conegliano hills to the north is home to the Prosecco variety, which is growing in popularity, seen as a bargain alternative to Champagne.

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