2018 Allegrini Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG Veneto, Italy

"Macerated black cherries bathed in a mixture of cloves, cinnamon, thyme and pepper waft out of the glass, inviting you to delve deeper. The silky-smooth palate is full of plums and cherries, cocoa powder and freshly ground coffee. The wine is balanced with fine tannins and enough acidity to keep the palate fresh for the next glass. Jeff Porter" - Wine Enthusiast