Bolla Le Origini Riserva Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2016

Reductive nose of straw, restrained cherries, black pepper and earth. Full-bodied with silky tannins, then chalky yet sweet. Refreshing natural acidity with a long finish of minerals and licorice. Quite a classic sample full of tension and drinkability. Drinkable now, but best from 2028. (jamessuckling.com,July 10, 2024)