Dal Forno Romano

A Revolutionary Vision in Valpolicella

Dal Forno Romano is widely regarded as oneof the most influential producers in Valpolicella. The estate is located in the Val d’Illasi valley, east of Verona, an area known for its cooler microclimate and hillside vineyards. Romano Dal Forno founded the winery in the early 1980swith a clear ambition: to redefine the quality and potential of Valpolicella wines.

Inspired initially by the work of Giuseppe Quintarelli, Romano Dal Forno developed his own distinctive approach. He focused on extremely low yields, meticulous vineyard work and a relentless pursuit of concentration and purity. Over time, the estate gained international recognition for wines that combine the traditional identity of Valpolicella with an extraordinary level of intensity and precision.

Power and Precision Through Appassimento

The wines of Dal Forno Romano are produced primarily from the classic grape varieties of Valpolicella: Corvina, Rondinella and Oseleta. These grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness and then undergo the traditional appassimento process, where they are dried for several months to concentrate sugars, flavours and structure.

Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks with careful temperature control and long macerations to extract depth and colour. The wines are then aged in French oak barriques for extended periods, allowing them to develop complexity while maintaining balance and structure.

The resulting wines are powerful and intensely concentrated, yet remarkably refined. Aromas of dark cherry, dried plum and cocoa are layered with spice and balsamic notes. On the palate they show dense fruit, polished tannins and exceptional length. Dal Forno Romano produces Amarone and Valpolicella that stand among the most ambitious and sought-after wines of the Veneto.

The Selection

  • Dal Forno Romano Valpolicella Superiore
  • Dal Forno Romano Amarone della Valpolicella