2016 Allegrini Fieramonte Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG, Italy

(96 Points) The 2016 is bold on the opening with concentrated blackberry aromas giving way to macerated Bing cherries all coated in allspice, vanilla and hint of savory spices. As the wine develops, drying violets and dark-earth notes waft up. The palate is full in body with concentrated baked plums with cocoa and chalk finishing with firm tannins and lifted acidity. Drink 2028–2050. Wine Enthusiast