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Amarone della Valpolicella Classico

Tommaso Bussola

Amarone della Valpolicella Classico · Italy

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Corvina · Rondinella · Molinara
Country
Italy
Region
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
Appellation
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Tannin
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

roasted red meats · aged cheeses · game dishes

Rated vintages

  • 200688 pts

    Green apple and lemon zest make for a pungent touch of volatility that tickles the nose as you sniff this ruby-colored Amarone. The intensity and clarity is great, and the finish concedes more room to spice, dark fruit and almond flavors.

  • 200486 pts

    There's a muddled element to the nose here that recalls old wood or spice and in general, this wine lacks sharpness and focus. It tastes very sweet and offers high alcohol that keeps the palate ripping clean.

  • 200387 pts

    Here's a ripe and jammy expression of Amarone that shows some of the heat of the 2003 vintage. Red cherry and raspberry jam are backed by gritty spice and firm tannins.