Kristen Grimes

9.5

Salty minerality on the nose with a hint of citrus, the palate is all minerals with crisp green apple and some lime acidity, but the weighty body keeps it balanced. Super yummy, which I don't usually say of an Italian wine! — 13 days ago

Bonnie Chu

9.0

Gambero Rosso Tre bicchieri l 🇮🇹 trade tasting, salty lime — a month ago

Stephen Dodson

9.1

Friday night dinner - drinking well now — 3 months ago

Isadora De Andrade

9.0

My first vermentino, love the body and earthy notes — a month ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG 2021
Torre d’Orti – Veneto, Italy 🇮🇹

Overview
A traditional Amarone crafted primarily from Corvina (with Corvinone), Rondinella, and a small percentage of Molinara, produced using the appassimento method (partially dried grapes). 17% ABV. A powerful expression leaning rustic rather than refined in this vintage.

Aromas & Flavors
Dried cherry, baked plum, subtle fig, light cocoa, faint walnut and restrained raisin tones. Tertiary notes present but not deeply layered.

Mouthfeel
Full-bodied and structured with elevated alcohol. Firm tannins and a slightly edgy texture. Lacks the seamless velvety integration expected from more polished Amarone examples.

Food Pairings
Braised meats, aged cheeses, wild boar ragù, mushroom-based dishes.

Verdict
Technically correct and gastronomic, but did not fully deliver the plush refinement and layered complexity often associated with top-tier Amarone. Better at the table than as a contemplative standalone pour.

🍷 Did You Know?
Corvina is the aromatic backbone of Amarone, responsible for cherry and spice notes, while Rondinella contributes color and structure. Balance during drying is crucial, integration is everything. — a month ago

Diana Sabo

9.0

Enjoyed 2024 vintage on January 13, 2025. Surprisingly smooth! — 3 months ago

Anthony Pro

9.1

Happy Easter. — 7 days ago

Youngcheul Kim

8.9

2024 vintage on Mar 13th 2026 — a month ago

Todd Scurci

9.2

#frankies # — 3 months ago

with Annie

romo

9.1

Quite a value, esp here. Crispy and firm. — 3 months ago