Speri Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Vigneto Monte Sant'Urbano 2016
One of the best vintages from one of the best producers in the region. An absolutely beautiful wine.
"The 2016 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Sant’Urbano takes some time to blossom in the glass, as mineral-tinged blackberry evolves into a display of currants and cherries complemented by hints of sweet mint, lavender and violets. It’s velvety in texture and savory to the core, coasting dark red and black fruits across a medium-bodied frame, contrasted by vibrant acids, as grippy tannins form up toward the close. This finishes youthfully structured yet amazingly long, with echoes of licorice and purple inner florals. The 2016 is geared for the cellar, and in need of some time to soften, but my expectations are very high."
95 points, Eric Guido, Vinous 95 Points.
“A light and refined style of Amarone from the warm slopes of Sant’Urbano. A perfumed and vivid wine. It glides on silky tannins and graphite smoothness balanced with bitter chocolate freshness and light snap. There is cocoa powder on pure, persistent finish. Cool, refined and harmonious.”
95 points, Sarah Marsh MW.
“Plenty of dried fruit with figs and sultanas, as well as mushrooms. Full-bodied, yet integrated and polished with fine tannins and a fruity finish. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but another year or two will bring it even more together.”
95 points, James Suckling.
“From a vineyard site in Fumane… comes this richly concentrated red wine from a terrific vintage. The organic Speri 2016 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Sant’Urbano is fleshed out and generous, even at this relatively young stage in its evolution. This hearty and open-knit wine offers dark cherry fruit and black plum, with spice, tarry spice and campfire ash. There’s nothing not to love about this bright but full-bodied Amarone.”
94 points, Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate.
- 3 Bicchieri - 3 glasses (highest score) Guida Vini D'Italia 2021 edition. Gambero Rosso. This is Italy’s most sought after wine rating and a big deal.
- 5 Grappoli (highest score) Guida Bibenda 2021. Federazione Italiana Sommelier.
- 4 Viti (highest score), Guida Vitae 2021. Associazione Italiana Sommelier.
| SKU | 1SPERIAMR16 |
| Brand | Speri |
| Shipping Weight | 1.5000kg |
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