The 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Vigneto Monte Sant’Urbano is one of the standouts in this difficult Amarone vintage. The wine possesses remarkable clarity and precision in a medium-bodied, focused style. Suggestions of amarena cherries, menthol, spices and minerals emerge with air, adding further complexity. The Monte Sant’Urbano is one of the more accessible Amarones in its medium-bodied, lithe structure, but the overall balance here is beyond question. This is a wonderful effort from Speri. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2020. This is a very strong set of new releases from Speri. The wines – the Amarone and Recioto in particular – are made in a somewhat restrained style and usually require quite a bit of air to show at their finest. Importer: Empson, USA, Alexandria, VA; tel. (703) 684-0900

Shows lots of blackberry jam and fresh herbs on the nose. Full-bodied, round and fruity, with velvety tannins and a long finish. The balance and richness you look for in an Amarone. Best after 2011.??–JS??Region: Italy / Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Select to Add