The 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella is a blend of 60% Corvina and Corvinone, 35% Rondinella and 5% Molinara aged for two years in botte grande. The wine paints a pretty picture of the vintage with firm tannins and a velvety mouthfeel. Thick extraction is followed by ripe berry and candied cherry flavors. Drink 2015-2022. A powerhouse force in its native Veneto, the Zonin family once owned vineyards in Valpolicella. That property was sold, and today Zonin sources fruit for its popular Amarone and Ripasso. Importer: Zonin USA, www.zoninusa.com

Aromatic accents of dried thyme, sage and ground anise lace the cherry and pomegranate fruit, with tea leaf and smoky mineral notes adding balance. Light tannins grace the clean finish. Drink now through 2019. 900 cases imported.??–AN??Region: Italy / Amarone della Valpolicella Select to Add