Since 1962 the heart of the company has been in Dolcè, amidst vineyards extending along a strip of land that connects the regions of Veneto and Trentino. Dolcè is our headquarters leading a project based on a balance between tradition and innovation, from where every single bottle of wine derives its scientific planning. Furthermore, it is in Dolcè where Albino Armani carries out his courageous “Alta Valpolicella Classica” project, producing wines from the hills, characterized by vibrant freshness and vigor.
Valdadige
There are 8 ancient fortifications that dominate the land from above. The valley lies in a tight gorge between the rocky bastions of Monte Baldo and the Lessinia Mountains. And the limestone rocks reverberate upon the vineyards’ light, crystalline by the strong prevailing winds. A precious reflection! And the daylight hours are extended, favoring the ripening of the grapes, while glacial moraines baptize gravely, draining soil, which is ancient and precious.
Characteristics of the territory
Geography
Between Monte Baldo and the Lessinia Highlands
Climate
Continental climate, mitigated by the winds of Lake Garda, with strong temperature shifts
Soil
Morainic and alluvial soil
Valpolicella
On the highest hills of Valpolicella Classica, in Marano, the vineyards occupy the highest belt of arable land before the extreme limit of the mountain. An environmental context that is the premise for growing several autochthonous and distinct grape varieties, in perfect exposure to the sun. For human beings the only thing left to do is to respect the slow and demanding rites of growing grapes and making wine, following the teachings of tradition. The drying of the grapes takes place naturally in the fruit drying area adjacent to the wine cellar.
Characteristics of the territory
Geography
The Township of Marano, Alta Valpolicella Classica boasting grapevines in a natural amphitheater with long exposure to the sun
Climate
High altitude climate, with wind coming down from the Lessinia Mountains during the evening
Soil
Micro-area with volcanic soil, rich in minerals
The altitude and the impetus of the river: discover the essence of Veneto products
The heart of Valpolicella Classica holds the oldest memories of grape drying techniques. Here, among vineyards on stone wall terraces and ancient hamlets, our Amarone defines the unique identity of the Marano valley, with a game of transparencies, changing fragrances of ripe fruit, dark spices and hints of chocolate and coffee. On the palate it surprises you by its unexpected freshness, typical of wines produced on high hills, by its balance and pleasant tannins that make it a wine suitable for long aging. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Amarone-della-Valpolicella-Albino-Armani-DOCG-Classico_en-1.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
The heart of Valpolicella Classica keeps the oldest memories of grape drying techniques. Here, among vineyards on stone wall-terraces and ancient hamlets, our Amarone defines the unique identity of the Marano valley, with a game of transparencies, changing fragrances of ripe fruit, dark spices and hints of chocolate and coffee. On the palate it surprises you by its unexspected freshness, typical of wines produced on high hill, by its balance and pleasant tannins that make it a wine suitable for long ageing. Our Amarone Riserva is named after Cuslanus, an ancient god worshipped in Valpolicella at the time of the Etruscans more than 2000 years ago. Cuslanus was connected to the idea of the passing of time, just as this wine needs a long time to fully express its complex personality that evolves into balsamic and ethereal scents, endowing each glass with elegance and balance. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/AA_Amarone_Cuslanus_eng.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
Obtained through the soft discontinuous bain-marie alambic still distillation process, using the dried grape pomace of our Amarone produced on the high hills of Valpolicella Classica. Colorless and crystal clear, the intense bouquet recalls the skins of the dried Amarone grapes, with light hay hints and great complexity. On the palate it is smooth and persistent, elegant and dry, with light scents of ripe fruit. The aftertaste is long, rich and delicate at the same, typical for a grappa that has been distilled from red pomace. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Grappa-di-Amarone_en.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
Already known in Roman times, Recioto represents the pearl of Valpolicella preserving the old drying grapes technique in a hilly landscape dotted with small hamlets and vineyards on stone-walls terraces, the typical “marogne”. Intense garnet red color with violet hues. On the nose intense mature red fruit recalling of cherry in sour brandy, chocolate and coffee. Bottle size: 0.5 l [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Recioto-della-Valpolicella-DOCG-Classico_en.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
This wine is an authentic expression of the terroir of Marano’s high hills in the Valpolicella Classico area. It is here where the volcanic soil and the fresh climate with intense thermal shifts are decisive natural elements enhancing its elegant personality. In the glass the ruby-red color is bright and refined, the bouquet is crisp as the fresh air of the hills this wine springs from, recalling their fragrance: red fruit, plum and cyclamen imbued by a light balsamic note. The sip is welcoming but nonetheless vibrant and sapid, with an aromatic persistence of rare elegance. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Valpolicella-Egle-DOC-Classico-Superiore_en-1.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
The Valpolicella Ripasso wine is the result of a traditional technique that consists in pouring the fresh Valpolicella wine over the still warm and sugary pomace of the Amarone, increasing its structure, body and flavour. In the glass, the changing transparencies of the ruby red color merge into a bouquet that recalls blackberries, ripe cherries and dark spices together with minty notes. The ageing in wood enhances its elegance and balance. The fresh and long finish is pleasantly fruity with a hint of dark chocolate. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/AA_Valpolicella_Ripasso_Classico_Superiore_eng.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
The Casetta, called “Foja Tonda” (round leaf) in local dialect, is an indigenous red grape variety cultivated since ancient times in Valdadige, between the regions Veneto and Trentino. Since the market favored other more prolific grape varieties, little by little Foja Tonda disappeared until it became almost extinct. Luckily, Albino Armani rediscovered it in the 1980’s. The wine making team is still involved in research related to the genetic improvement of this ancient varietal. Today Foja Tonda is considered the symbol of our company and is included in the “Conservatoria”, a collection of old indigenous varietals from the Adige Valley, witnessing the passion that binds us to our land. This wine, with its distinct personality, enchants and intrigues the wine lover with its ancestral origin. It is recognizable for its scents of dried prune, wild cherry, cinnamon, tobacco and musk that underscores its wild origin. On the palate it is fresh and persistent. It evolves splendidly with balsamic and ethereal aromas after a few years of ageing. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="Download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Casetta-Foja-Tonda-Valdadige-Terradeiforti-DOC_en-1.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
The history of Lugana is strictly connected with the southern part of Lake Garda which is luckily influenced by a delicate but constant breeze. The vineyards growing on terrains close to its shores feed on mineral substances enriching the Turbiana grape with unique characteristic. Straw yellow color. On the nose it offers fresh fragrances of citrus and aromatic herbs such as sage and mint. On the palate it is tasty and well structured, sustained by a lively acidity and intriguing sapidity. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="Download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Lugana-DOC_en-1.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
Moscato, an aromatic wine par excellence, is traditionally consumed in the sparkling version to better appreciate its impressive fruity and floral bouquet and the bright golden color. On the nose it offers intense and captivating fragrances that recall citrus, orange flowers and mature peach. On the mouth it is soft and slightly sweet with a long, fresh and mineral finish. Its fine perlage enhances the wide array of aromas. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="Download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Moscato-Spumante-VSAQ_en.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
A small vineyard at the entrance of our winery, welcomes the visitor. It is the “Conservatoria”, a collection of old indigenous varietals in danger of extinction from the Adige Valley. Among these, you will find the Nera dei Baisi. This vine gave us great results in terms of aromatic profile during the microvinifications carried out in collaboration with the Research Institute of San Michele all’Adige in Trentino. It is a red variety and the only surviving vine was found hanging down from a balcony in a small hamlet called “Baisi”, in the Trentino region. Nera dei Baisi has a bright ruby red color and an intense bouquet of ripe strawberries, blackberries and raspberries. In the mouth it is fresh and fragrant, silky, with low tannins, very easy to drink, with a well balanced acidity. Given the good results of aging in wood, we have decided to move on with this project and planted a small vineyard of Nera dei Baisi from which we obtain about 2000 numbered bottles per year. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="Download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Nera-dei-Baisi-Vino-Rosso_en.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
In the Adige Valley the climate is characterized by intense thermal shifts and constant wind. These favorable conditions make this area ideal for the cultivation of Pinot Grigio. Years of experience with this vine have allowed us to reach levels of excellence. For our “Colle Ara” we select grapes cultivated on ancient terraces that are perfectly exposed to the late afternoon sun. The pink Pinot Grigio grapes are cold macerated with their skins, giving the wine a good structure and a sophisticated “gold rosé” color. On the nose it offers fruity notes with scents of pomegranate and peach. On the palate it is smooth and persistent, with a pleasant sapidity which is typical of the wines springing from this valley. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/AA_Pinot_Grigio_Colle_Ara_eng.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
In the southern part of Valdadige, the climate is characterized by intense temperature shifts and constant winds. These climatic conditions, together with the great experience of our vine-growers, make this an ideal place for the cultivation of Pinot Grigio. Years of research on this varietal have allowed us to achieve levels of excellence. Straw yellow in color with light ash-grey hints typical of Pinot Grigio. The scent is intriguing, with intense notes of lime, pear and aromatic herbs such as mint and sage. In the mouth it is sapid and complex, fresh and persistent. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="Download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/AA_Pinot_Grigio_Corvara_eng.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
The elegant powder pink color together with the brilliant and fine perlage, make this wine very attractive. The bouquet expresses scents of roses, toasted almonds and vanilla that you will rediscover on the palate where the elegance of Pinot Nero meets the roundness of Chardonnay. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Rose-Spumante-Extra-Dry_en.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
This wine Sauvignon Campo Napoleone is for people who love intense aromatic flavors. Its remarkable personality is well perceived already when whirling the wine in the glass where it shows its voluptuous consistency. On the nose it expresses the typical scents of this vine: tomato leaf, green pepper, sage and elderberry. On the palate it is rich, round and decisive, recalling the same notes you already smelled. The aftertaste is pleasantly mineral. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Sauvignon-Campo-Napoleone-Trevenezie-IGT_en.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
To let Nature take its course respecting its rhythms with mindful interventions both in the fields and in the cellar. This is the philosophy of Maurizio Donadi, the winemaker who together with Albino Armani gave birth to the “Casa Belfi” project inspired by the biodynamic procedures. Casa Belfi Anfora has an intense yellow color, slightly cloudy since unfiltered, with fine and persistent perlage. Flowery and fruity scents are accompanied by notes of citrus, bread crust and a delicate smoky scent. Lively on the palate, with a good structure and sapidity. The yeast deposited on the bottom of the bottle offers the wine softness and longevity. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Casa-Belfi-Anfora-Vino-Bianco-Frizzante_en.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
To let Nature take its course respecting its rhythms with mindful interventions both in the fields and in the cellar. This is the philosophy of Maurizio Donadi, the winemaker who together with Albino Armani gave birth to the “Casa Belfi” project inspired by the biodynamic procedures. Casa Belfi “Bianco” has a lively yellow color, slightly cloudy since the wine is unfiltered. The expressive bouquet recalls white flowers and mature fruit. On the palate it is fresh and sapid, with a long and mineral finish. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Casa-Belfi-Bianco_en.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
To let Nature take its course respecting its rhythms with mindful interventions both in the fields and in the cellar. This is the philosophy of Maurizio Donadi, the winemaker who together with Albino Armani gave birth to the “Casa Belfi” project inspired by the biodynamic procedures. Naturalmentefrizzante Bianco is straw yellow in color, with a fine and persistent perlage. Flowery and fruity scents are accompanied by notes of citrus, yeast and bread crust. It is lively on the palate with a perfectly balanced acidity. The yeast deposited on the bottom of the bottle adds softness and increases its longevity. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Casa-Belfi-Naturalmentefrizzante-Bianco_en-1.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
To let Nature take its course respecting its rhythms with mindful interventions both in the fields and in the cellar. This is the philosophy of Maurizio Donadi, the winemaker who together with Albino Armani gave birth to the “Casa Belfi” project inspired by the biodynamic procedures. Naturalmentefrizzante Rosso represents a modern interpretation of the traditional Raboso variety. It is a lively purple wine, with a fine perlage, slightly cloudy since it is unfiltered. Its expressive bouquet recalls scents of plum, raspberry, rhubarb and licorice. The sip is lively, imbued with freshness and balanced tannins. The finish is long and pleasantly bittering. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Casa-Belfi-Naturalmentefrizzante-Rosso_en.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
To let Nature take its course respecting its rhythms with mindful interventions both in the fields and in the cellar. This is the philosophy of Maurizio Donadi, the winemaker who together with Albino Armani gave birth to the “Casa Belfi” project inspired by the biodynamic procedures. Casa Belfi “Rosso” has an intense red color, slightly cloudy since the wine is unfiltered. The expressive bouquet recalls pomegranate, currant, carob and dark spices. The sip is full and vigorous, in perfect balance between freshness and sapidity. [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="download information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="http://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Casa-Belfi-Rosso_en.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]
Our olive grove is located on Morainic hills south east of Lake Garda, an area traditionally suited to the production of an extra virgin olive oil with unique characteristics. From the indigenous varieties Casaliva, Leccino, Favarola and Grignano, we obtain a complex, refined and medium fruity oil, with distinct vegetable and fruity scents. Bottle size: 500 ml [mkdf_button size="small" type="solid" text="Download Information" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.albinoarmani.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/AA-olio-eng.pdf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""]