This Amarone is a blend of 70% Corvina, 20%
Rondinella, 5% Molinara and 5% Dindarella with maturation taking place in 5
hectolitre Slavonian oak casks for 4 years, plus 1 year in bottle, before its
release. The alcohol comes in at a reasonable 15% (for an Amarone).
This wine opened up with aromas of stewed berries,
raisin, prune, dried figs, soft leather and savoury spices. On the mouthfeel,
medium-full bodied, rich with silky smooth texture, a lot of fruit and alcohol
but it is perfectly balanced by crisp acidity and fine tannins. This wine has a
very good length and depth on the finish with a hint of chocolate with raisins,
red and black fruit flavours with a little heat and very smooth. This Amarone
is very tasty and flavourful with lots of everything but no excess. A real
treat, very comforting and strongly recommended, score 92 points.
Purchased September 1, 2012 LCBO New Release
(63636) at $59.95
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