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2016 Fieramonte Amarone Classico Riserva DOCG 750 mL - 3 Pack
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JancisRobinson.com - 17.5/20
Smells of prunes and pot pourri, dried cranberries and soft cigar smoke. Concentration and power but it carries its alcohol with gravitas and the sweetness comes from the integrity of fruit, not residual sugar. Black-pepper and nutmeg spiciness. Autumn leaves, a trace of bonfire, damsons. Deep tannins woven through the fruit. Layers and layers of complexity, throat-warming alcohol, but the wine finishes fresh with head held high.
JancisRobinson.com, 05 Dec 2024
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Vintage 2016 was characterized by generally positive climatic conditions, despite above-average rainfall in spring. Heavy rain in May meant that prompt and thorough preventative measures had to be undertaken to protect the vines, which successfully safeguarded their health. The second half of June gave way to fine weather that continued throughout the summer months, with temperatures not exceeding 35°C (95°F).
The marked differences in day-night temperatures recorded in particular during veraison, combined with the considerable water reserves accumulated during spring, resulted in an increase in sugar concentration, helped to maintain acidity and facilitated the development of the specific flavour characteristics of each varietal. Finally, a ‘slow’ harvest in ideal weather conditions allowed the grapes to achieve perfect ripening at a gradual pace. Vintage 2016 promises to be one of the best years ever, outstanding for its great balance and elegance.
Exposure to the south-east guarantees perfect ripening of the bunches and captures great aromatic expression. The lengthy ageing process in the cellar confers depth and layers to the aromas, with the dark fruit initially forward and then yielding more and more space to spicy notes, coffee and medicinal herbs. The impact on the palate is decisive and powerful, with the mouthfeel gaining grip and finesse thanks to the supple acidic impetus.
Ageing potential more than 20 years.
Region Veneto
Area Valpolicella Classica, Fumane, Verona
Soil characteristic Loose and pebbly, rich in stony matter. Significant magnesium and iron
content and a low level of clay
Alcohol content 16.77% Vol
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