Allegrini Amarone 1998

PV Tasting Notes

Unctuous red. Fabulous aromas of black tea bags, with hints of fruit. Full-bodied and super thick, with loads of ripe fruit and a long, sweet fruit finish. Like drinking a top-class young Vintage Port.

95 Points Robert Parker The Wine Advocate Dec 2002
Allegrini's 1998 Amarone boasts an opaque purple color as well as intense aromas of pepper, black cherries, blackberries, asphalt, and truffles. Extremely full-bodied, with lavish concentration, great stuffing, and well-concealed alcohol (15.5%), this stunning Amarone is somewhat primary, but should be at its finest in 2-3 years, and drink well for two decades. It is a worthy successor to their profound 1997. Aged 25 months in 100% new French demi-muids, it is reminiscent of a modern-styled Henri Bonneau Chateauneuf du Pape. Bravo!

Traditionally it is paired with dishes made with game, grilled meats, braised meats and mature cheese. With hints of dried grapes, Amarone can 'also be made with original dishes and fascinating tastes sour, so it goes perfectly with the creations of Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine. Serve at a temperature of 18 C and uncork the bottle one hour before eating.