Allegrini Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2020

Scoring 94 points from James Suckling and Vinous-Italy, this Amarone offers a sophisticated take on the classic style. Aromas of licorice, dried cherries, camphor, and menthol lead to a concentrated, dense mid-palate enriched by primarily oak-derived tannins that are refined rather than harsh. With notable mineral freshness, bottle aging will enhance its complexity by softening the initial fruit intensity. The wine's deep ruby with garnet hues presents an intricate nose of cherry liqueur, blackberry jam, dried violets, dark chocolate, coffee, and tobacco, finishing with a surprising combination of balance, freshness, and silky tannins.