In the glass
Aroma: dried black cherry, dark chocolate, tobacco, cedar, dried plum, spice
Palate: concentrated dried cherry, espresso, mocha, cedar, sweet dark spice, iron
Il Vegro is Brigaldara's prestige single-vineyard Amarone from the Il Vegro parcel; higher Oseleta concentration and extended ageing in a mix of small and large casks produce a richer, spicier expression than the estate Classico, with excellent concentration and structure.
What it pairs with
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Roasted venison leg with chocolate sauce
The wine's dark chocolate notes and Oseleta pepper meet the game and cocoa richness of this preparation. -
Aged Pecorino Romano
Sharp sheep's milk cheese brings salt and fat contrast to the wine's concentrated dark fruit.
How to serve Brigaldara Il Vegro Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 12-14°C. Cellar temperature (12-14°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a small dessert-wine glass (3-5oz pour) , the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Roasted venison leg with chocolate sauce, Aged Pecorino Romano. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Il Vegro is Brigaldara's prestige statement from the Il Vegro parcel, featuring higher Oseleta and more complex oak ageing than the estate Classico. The name references the old Veronese dialect term for the elderberry, a wild plant common in the Valpolicella hillsides.
- 2000 — First Il Vegro single-vineyard Amarone Classico release from Brigaldara
Facts
- Producer
- Brigaldara
- Grapes
- Corvina (70%), Corvinone (20%), Oseleta (5%), Rondinella (5%)
- Classification
- Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG
- Oak
- Aged 3-4 years in small French oak tonneaux (500L) and large Slavonian casks
- ABV
- 16.0%
- Price
- €100-160 at retail
- Drinking window
- 10-30 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2000
Frequently asked about Brigaldara Il Vegro Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
What does Brigaldara Il Vegro Amarone della Valpolicella Classico taste like?
On the nose, dried black cherry, dark chocolate, tobacco, cedar, dried plum. On the palate, concentrated dried cherry, espresso, mocha, cedar, sweet dark spice. Structurally full-bodied, firm tannins, high acidity with a long finish. Il Vegro is Brigaldara's prestige single-vineyard Amarone from the Il Vegro parcel; higher Oseleta concentration and extended ageing in a mix of small and large casks produce a richer, spicier expression than the estate Classico, with excellent concentration and structure.
When should I drink Brigaldara Il Vegro Amarone della Valpolicella Classico?
Drink 10-30 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Brigaldara Il Vegro Amarone della Valpolicella Classico?
Roasted venison leg with chocolate sauce is the canonical pairing; Aged Pecorino Romano is the other strong match. The wine's dark chocolate notes and Oseleta pepper meet the game and cocoa richness of this preparation.
What grapes are in Brigaldara Il Vegro Amarone della Valpolicella Classico?
The blend is Corvina (70%), Corvinone (20%), Oseleta (5%), Rondinella (5%). The wine is classified as Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG.