Dal Forno Romano Monte Lodoletta Amarone della Valpolicella 2008

The 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella is compelling. With a little air, the tannins begin tosoften, releasing a myriad of intense dark aromas and flavors. Bittersweet chocolate, cloves, violets, plums and blackberry jam cover every inch of the palate in a stunning, headspinning Amarone that captures all of the best qualities of the year. When Romano Dal Forno’s wines are on, there is nothing quite like them, and that is certainly the case here. If opened young, the 2008 needs a little air. Actually, a lot of air. Drinking window: 2016-2033. Score – 98. (Antonio Galloni, vinous.com, March 2014)