Quintarelli Valpolicella 2018 – Magnum (1.5L)
by Giuseppe Quintarelli
In magnum format, Quintarelli Valpolicella 2018 becomes even more compelling. Often described as the most profound “Valpolicella” ever made, this wine transcends the denomination — offering the depth, complexity, and ageing potential of far grander appellations.
The magnum enhances its slow evolution, preserving freshness while allowing the wine to develop extraordinary complexity over time.
Produced from traditional Valpolicella varieties — primarily Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella — with partial use of dried grapes, a technique that subtly concentrates texture and aromatic depth without turning the wine heavy.
Aged traditionally, maintaining purity and elegance rather than overt oak influence.
The 2018 vintage in Veneto offered balance and clarity, resulting in a wine of vibrant red fruit, refined tannins, and remarkable harmony — a classical and graceful year.
Nose
Red cherry, wild strawberry, dried cranberry, rose petal, sweet spice, subtle earth
Palate
Silky and layered — bright red fruit, hints of dried fruit, fine tannins, vibrant acidity, delicate savoury notes
Finish
Long, lifted, and elegant with lingering spice and mineral freshness
• Slower ageing, greater longevity
• Enhanced aromatic complexity over time
• Ideal for celebrations or long-term cellaring
• Ages beautifully for 20+ years
Roast poultry • veal • mushroom risotto • braised meats • aged cheeses • classic Italian dishes
Quintarelli Valpolicella 2018 Magnum is a collector’s format of an already exceptional wine — refined, balanced, and deeply expressive. It offers the soul of Valpolicella with the structure and longevity of a much grander wine, and in magnum, it promises even greater elegance with time.
