2008 Amarone della Valpolicella

2008 Zenato Amarone della Valpolicella Classico – The nose showed cherries in soil, woodsy tones and tobacco. On the palate, it was smooth and silky with spiced black cherry. The finish was staying with tart red fruits. (89 points) Find it on Wine-Searcher!

2008 Brigaldara Amarone della Valpolicella Classico – The nose showed black cherry, dark notes of forest floor, licorice and spice. On the palate, it was juicy with flavors of spiced cherry. The finish was bitter yet still fresh and lively. (89 points) Find it on Wine-Searcher!

2008 Tedeschi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico – The nose was highly expressive with fresh, ripe cherry and minerals. On the palate, it showed saturating red fruits yet turned juicy and fresh, revealing inner floral notes and a more feminine expression of Amarone. The finish was long and a bit waxy. (90 points) Find it on Wine-Searcher!

2008 Tommasi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico – The nose showed dried cherry, dark chocolate and minerals. On the palate, it was fresh with sweet cherry and a full, broad body. The finish showed dried fruits and minerals. (89 points) Find it on Wine-Searcher!