Dal Forno Romano Amarone della Valpolicella 2006 750ml

Winespectator.com, Oct 31, 2012
Polished and expressive, this shows a smoky baseline of graphite-laced minerality, with fine-grained tannins and mouthwatering acidity focusing the flavors of date, kirsch, ground anise and clove, with a touch of cocoa powder.

Founded in 1983, Dal Forno is located in the Valley of Illasi, east of Verona, in the region of Valpolicella. Born next to his family’s vineyards, Romano Dal Forno grew up with a love for the countryside and an undying passion for his work, dedicating his life to continual improvement of his family’s vineyards and his own winemaking techniques.
Evident in all viticultural and winemaking processes is a deep respect for traditional techniques, coupled with the most precise and technologically advanced practices. This balance between tradition and technology in the winery results in wines that are extremely concentrated and bursting with aromas and flavors, while still maintaining an exceptionally precise and flawless profile. It is these exacting standards that have elevated Dal Forno as one of the most prestigious and esteemed Valpolicella wine producers.

Dessert, Chocolate and Caramel