Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Cinque Stelle 2016

Castellani Michele & Figli
Red wine
16.0% Vol
James Suckling-94, Wine Spectator-93, Vinous-93, Wine Enthusiast-90

SG$135.00 Incl. GST / per bottle

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Wine Enthusiast:  

Toasted oak, mocha and ripe dark-skinned fruit aromas lead the nose. The chewy, savory palate offers baked plum, vanilla and espresso alongside polished tannins. Drink through 2025.  Kerin O’Keefe 

Wine Spectator: 

A lovely overtone of tarry mineral transitions to flavors of plump black cherry, cured tobacco and spiced orange peel on the palate of this finely knit, full-bodied red. Creamy tannins firm the lingering finish. Drink now through 2036. 900 cases made, 700 cases imported. — AN

Vinous: 

The 2016 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Cinque Stelle presents a dark and brooding display of crushed plums, raisins and tobacco and hints of cinnamon and lavender. It’s deeply textural and spicy on the palate, with vibrant acids to balance, while showing tart cherries, blackberries, balsamic spices and hints of mocha. A coating of fine tannin lingers, yet energy remains high throughout, lifted by notes of mint leaf and licorice. The Cinque Stelle falls comfortably between the sweet and savory styles of Amarone. - E.G.

James Suckling: 

What a great combination here of dried fruit, leather and cedar and brighter aromas of pressed lavender and herbs. It’s certainly got power and punch, but the tannins are reserved and polished, the acidity colorful and vertical. A contrasty, tense style that keeps you on your toes throughout the drinking experience.

Wine Red wine
Appellation Amarone della Valpolicella
Grapes Corvina Veronese and Corvinone 70%, Rondinella 25%,Molinara 5% 
James Suckling 94
Wine Spectator 93
Vinous 93
Wine Enthusiast  90
Alcohol 16% vol
Wine certification DOCG
Producer Castellani Michele & Figli  
Characteristics Color: Intense garnet red.  
Bouquet: Sour black cherries, blackberries jam, spicy, tobacco and pepper.  
Flavor: Smooth and elegant, with soft tannins and with a fruity finish. 
Pairing Roasts, game, grilled meat and seasoned cheeses. 
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