All it needs is time. Time and a savory cheese. Time and a hearty stew. Time and roasted red meats. Time and savory sausages. Yes, this Amarone needs time. Time to smooth out the tannins. Time to soften the acid. Time to come together and be the great wine that lurks in the background. This vintage of Allegrini Amarone is powerful, rich and savory. There is a hint of raisin, attractive earth notes, and tart black cherry fruit. Drink it now if you must, but better to give it more time in the bottle.
Allegrini, Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico (Veneto, Italy) 2010
By Robert Whitley