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Monte Tondo Amarone della Valpolicella

Monte Tondo
2018
$19.92
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750 mL
Wine Type
Red Wine
RegionVeneto
Alcohol Level
Country
Italy
SubregionAmarone della Valpolicella
Drinking Window
GrapesCorvinaRondinella
Wine Description:
Monte Tondo Amarone della Valpolicella is a red wine produced by the Monte Tondo winery in the Valpolicella appellation of Italy. A family-owned operation, Monte Tondo started making wine in the Soave area but expanded into Valpolicella after the children decided to join their parents in the winery business. The vineyards are situated on the hillsides of the region, benefiting from the ideal climate and soil conditions. The winemaking process involves carefully drying the grapes to concentrate sugars and flavors before careful fermentation and more than 3 years of maturation in oak barrels. This wine provides a sound introduction to the weight and power of Amarone wines.
Pros:
  • Dried grape style with complex notes of raisined fruit and lifted aromatics
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Cons:
  • High alcohol content that can be quite overpowering
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User Rating:

4.4
Regularly Reviewed

Expert Rating:

4.0

Wine Expert Note:

This Monte Tondo Amarone della Valpolicella is an intense and complex red wine. The nose offers aromas of dried cherries, plums, and raisins, with hints of baking spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with ripe tannins and a velvety texture. The finish is long and lingering, This is an excellent wine that pairs well with strongly flavored dishes and hard cheeses. Some even enjoy it on its own to appreciate its sheer magnitude. Drink now or cellar for up to 10 years.
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