92
points
Antolini 2003 Red (Amarone della Valpolicella)
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$55
This is a small estate, run by brothers Pier Paolo and Stefano, that delivers big surprises. The 2003 Amarone is a gorgeous wine with compelling territory-driven characteristics such as black cherry, violets, red apple, chopped herb, white stone and delicate harmony. It has great complexity, succulence and firm, dusty tannins.
— M.L.
(10/1/2007)
91
points
Antolini 2006 Ca' Coato Red (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico)
Ca’ Coato opens with a very inviting bouquet of sweet spice, vanilla, nutmeg and dried ginger followed by luscious wild berry and cherry. The 17% alcohol is high, but integrated, and although the wine is powerful and determined, it won’t burn your palate if paired with a hearty meat dish.
— M.L.
(2/1/2011)