Amarone at this price? I said the same thing myself, but I was really surprised by the quality of this wine. It has the classic richness one would expect of Amarone, and the fruit quality is superb. I’ve had other inexpensive Amarone but they always taste slightly bitter and overly raisiny, but this wine is really balanced and has just a terrific finish. How can this happen, you ask? Well, in these times of economic uncertainty sales of high-priced Amarone have dipped. The folks behind the Montechiara label offer a way for a producer to clear out some inventory without lowering the price on their own label--it happens everywhere, including Napa Valley--and it means YOU can you get some wine that still has character for far less money. Well this wine over-rewards with density, focus, richness, length; it just exudes classic Amarone character. I love relaxing with a glass of Amarone on cold nights sitting in front of the fireplace with a hunk of Parmigiano Reggiano. (Trust me it’s really the way to drink Amarone!) It's still versatile at the table though: barbecue ribs, grilled sausage with polenta or a big dense lasagna; just experiment! Drink through 2016. (Greg St. Clair, K&L Italian wine buyer)
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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2011 Marchesi de' Frescobaldi "Castiglioni" Chianti (Elsewhere $16) $9.99
2010 Erik Banti "Carato" Toscana View Price
Montechiara Prosecco $9.99
2008 Caiarossa "Pergolaia" Toscana $24.99
2006 Massolino Barolo (Elsewhere $40+) $29.99
