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Farina 2016 Montefante Riserva Red (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico)

Rating
92
Price
N/A
Winery
Variety
Region
Wine Type
Red
Alcohol
16%
Bottle Size
750 ml
Issue Date
9/1/2023
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One of Farina's single-vineyard cru Amarone, Montefante is grown at 1,148 feet on a mix of volcanic, limestone and gravel soils that are unique for the region. The combination of altitude and such specific soils gives this Amarone upfront and vibrant aromas of ripe cherries, dried violets and spiced chocolate. Coffee, dried bay leaf and anise combine with plums and warmed blackberries on the palate, giving the wine a plush and gentle finish. Jeff Porter

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All tastings reported in the Buying Guide are performed blind. Typically, products are tasted in peer-group flights of from 5-8 samples. Reviewers may know general information about a flight to provide context—vintage, variety or appellation—but never the producer or retail price of any given selection. When possible, products considered flawed or uncustomary are retasted.

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*Products deemed unacceptable (receving a rating below 80 points) are not reviewed.

98-100

Classic
The Pinnacle of quality

94-97

Superb
A great achievement

90-93

Excellent
Highly recommended

87-89

Very Good
Often good value; well recommended

83-86

Good
Suitable for everyday consumption, often good value

80-82

Acceptable
Can be employed


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