Amarone Wine Analysis: Scores, Rankings, and Regional Insights
Analysis and Evaluations of Amaroni
As Amarone and B as Barolo and Barbaresco, not only in alphabetical order but also in terms of scoring and thus levels of appreciation. It opens with an extensive analysis of two of Italy’s top oenological calibers, the first published in 2001 by Falstaff, a specialized magazine focused on enogastronomy and tourism, widespread in German-speaking countries.
An in-depth feature on Valpolicella, authored by journalist Othmar Kiem: after a careful analysis of the area’s wine situation, which recounts stories, successes, and the corporate philosophy of the most important wineries, the correspondent examines over a hundred Amaroni, representing the most prestigious wineries throughout the DOC, and compiles tasting sheets with scores in hundredths.
Scores and Rankings of Amaroni
The results are more than flattering, both for the 1995 and 1997 Amaroni: as many as 26 samples reach or exceed 90 points. Leading once again in both vintages, is the Amarone from Romano Dal Forno, the now-famous “Vigneto di Monte Lodoletta,” followed by just a few points difference, but only for the 1995 harvest, by “Pergole Vece” from La Salette and “Vigneto Il Fornetto” from Stefano Accordini.
For the 1997 vintage, after Dal Forno, the top scorers are the “Campo del Titari” Amarone from Brunelli and “La Fabriseria” from Tedeschi. Immediately following this report, journalist Othmar Kiem takes a trip to Piedmont, where he tastes two other renowned red wines, Barolo and Barbaresco. However, he assigns them slightly lower scores than those given to the Amaroni of Valpolicella.
Tourist Information and Invitation to Discover
And since Valpolicella is not only about wine, the journalist also provides ample information about restaurants, typical local establishments, and hotels where visitors can stay, completing the exploration of a region renowned for its viticulture and its most famous wine. An invitation to discover new itineraries that will surely lead more than one tourist to the treasures of Valpolicella. (e.t.)
