Dal Forno Romano Monte Lodoletta Amarone della Valpolicella 2011

The strongest wine in my selection, yet this magnificent Amarone’s alcohol is barely visible thanks to its astonishing depth, texture and sumptuousness. Pressed black fruits seep with fruit essences; smoke and cinders; herbal complexities; teasing floral notes, all engraved into a palate that expresses creamy finesse but without a trace of superfluous fat, heat or obviousness. Beautifully crafted, as dignified as any grand Barolo. Drinking window: 2018-2050. Score – 99. (Andrew Jefford, decanter.com, Nov. 5, 2018)