Description
The 2018 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico opens with an herbal thrust that gives way to dried violets, lavender and crushed blackberries. It is sleek and racy in feel with lifted textures and tart wild berry fruits offset by zesty acidity. It tapers off long and staining, lifted by a bump of residual acidity as notes of red plum leave a pleasantly tart sensation. I quite like the energy here and expect the 2018 to enjoy a broad and open drinking window.
93 Points Vinous
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CountryItaly
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RegionVeneto, Amarone della Valpolicella, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
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BrandZenato
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TypeRed Blend, Amarone Wine, High End Wine
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VarietalCorvina, Rondinella, Molinara
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ABV16.5%
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Vintage2018
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Points93
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Rating SourceWine Spectator
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Tasting NotesFull Body, Dry
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Food PairingPork, Veal, Chicken, Hard Cheese