A young, straightforward Amarone, offering raspberry jam and mineral. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a clean, almost crisp finish. Best after 2009. 6,600 cases made, 1,200 cases imported.??–JC??Region: Italy / Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Select to Add

A straightforward Amarone, with aromas and flavors of dried cherry, raspberry and earth. Full-bodied, with good fresh fruit, fine tannins and a medium, fruity finish. Best after 2008. 6,600 cases made, 3,300 cases imported.??–JC??Region: Italy / Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Select to Add

Easygoing, with sweet black fruit and light spice character. Full-bodied, with fruit-coated tannins and a fresh medium finish. Drink now. 3,300 cases made, 1,200 cases imported.??–JC??Region: Italy / Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Select to Add

Light and spicy currant and raisin on the nose, with hints of flowers and a distinct, truffle-tinged earth note. Medium- to full-bodied, with dried fruit character, silky tannins and a medium mineral finish. Best after 2006. 3,000 cases made, 1,500 cases imported.??–JC??Region: Italy / Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Select to Add

Blackberry bush and vanilla aromas follow through to a medium- to full-bodied palate, with silky tannins and a lean finish. Clean. Better than previously reviewed. Drink now. 2,200 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Select to Add