American Wine Society Pittsburgh Conference - March 4

[Rocky]

Hi Tony, I got a bronze medal for my 2011 Amarone and had the same comment about sweetness. I did not expect very much from either of my entries because they were so young (both 2011) so I was happy for the result. What level do you plan to sweeten to as far as SG is concerned? I know that Amarone is not a "bone dry" wine, but I don't think of it as sweet either.

 

[tonyt]

I got a bronze medal for my 2011 Amarone and had the same comment about sweetness.

The first Amarone I made back in 08 came with a small flavor pack WE Int. Recently I have done mostly MM Meg and CC Showcase, have not come with F-pack so I just add Torani pure cane syrup to taste. Usually about 4-5 ounces for 6 gallons. Bench test! As the Amarone ages the raisins become more pronounced and musty, I think that is what adds to the sweetness we (I) look for in Amarone.