Beverage
Corvina
Corvina is the lead grape of Valpolicella and Amarone blends—sour cherry, almond, and floral notes with moderate colour and tannin—that gains power when partially dried (appassimento) for Amarone and Recioto. Fresh Corvina styles stay lighter and more acidic; dried-grape wines become rich and bitter-chocolate. Fresh Valpolicella-type Corvina suits quick sauces and lighter braises; Amarone-level richness needs game, aged cheese, or dense stews. When cooking with Amarone, use less volume—concentration is high—and balance sweetness of fruit with salt and savoury stock.
Also known as: Corvina, Amarone / Recioto blends, Corvina plantings
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History
Corvina was central to Veronese hillside reds that became Valpolicella.
Appassimento methods for Recioto and later Amarone defined Corvina’s dual fresh/dried identity.
Valpolicella DOC frameworks formalised Corvina-led blend rules in the region.