Getting to the really good stuff, the 2010 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Paverno exhibits a lean and streamlined style that sets it apart from the heftier wines of the region. But those qualities ultimately make this wine more approachable and easier to pair with foods – something not always true of Amarone. Dried cherry and black currant are woven within a thicker texture of spice, leather and tobacco. Drink 2015-2020. Alberto Vaona farms ten hectares of vines located on hillsides that range from a comfortable 200 to 250 meters above sea level, trained with both the traditional Pergola and Guyot systems. The selection of top Amarones that carry the Pegrandi designation are consistently among the best in the region. Importer: Premium Brands Inc., www.paoloboselli.com