Rondinella

Rondinella is the reliable backbone of Valpolicella, named after the swallow (Italian rondine), whose dark plumage its ripe berries resemble. Native to the hilly Veneto, it shines through its robust nature and thick berry skins, making it ideal for the traditional appassimento process. In tandem with Corvina and Corvinone, it contributes juicy acidity, deep colour and a fine spice reminiscent of sour cherries and almonds, which pairs outstandingly with autumnal braised dishes.

Just how vibrant this structure is can be seen in the cellar of Ca´ La Bionda, where the grape ensures balance in both the classic Valpolicella and the complex Amarone. At Fidora, too, its vital freshness is harnessed in the Monte Tabor Amarone to provide an animating counterweight to the wine’s dense concentration.