Discover a rich and expressive modern Amarone with Villalta I Comunali 2015 Amarone della Valpolicella, crafted in the traditional appassimento style using partially dried Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes. The excellent 2015 vintage warm, ripe and highly regarded across Veneto produces a full-bodied wine with deep cherry flavours, dried figs, cocoa, sweet spice and velvety tannins. Offering superb value and immediate drinkability with room for further development, I Comunali 2015 is an ideal Amarone for collectors and enthusiasts seeking layered richness and classic character at an accessible price.
Wine Overview
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Producer: Villalta (Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy)
Wine: I Comunali Amarone della Valpolicella
Vintage: 2015
Classification: Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG
Grapes: Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
Alcohol: Typically 15-16%
Style: Rich, smooth, fruit-driven Amarone with classic dried fruit character
Winemaking:
Appassimento (grape drying)
Long maceration
Oak ageing for depth and spice
Maturity: Drinking beautifully now; can age 5-8 more years
Villalta is known for offering approachable Amarones with strong value relative to bigger names in the region.
Tasting Profile Villalta I Comunali 2015
Expect a warm, generous, fruit-forward Amarone:
Black cherry, dried cherry, plum
Fig, raisin, dates (from appassimento)
Cocoa, vanilla, sweet spice
Soft tannins, medium acidity
Smooth, warming, slightly sweet-edged finish
2015 shows ripe, plush fruit and an easy-drinking style compared to more structured Amarones.
Why Enthusiasts Buy It
Excellent value-for-money Amarone
Strong vintage (2015) with ripe, approachable character
Classic Amarone profile without the high price of top-tier cru wines
Ideal for gifting, dinner pairing, or building a broader Amarone collection
Good introduction to appassimento-style reds