Amarone Postera delivers opulent sweetness and softness followed by tones of red apple, dried raspberry, crushed peppercorn, Spanish cedar and brown sugar. The tannins are polished and fine, giving the wine a long, clean feel on the close. ——M.L.(12/1/2011)—— 90

Thick and luscious with a modern, New World temperament, this succulent expression of Amarone offers juicy notes of mature fruit and spice (Oseleta and Croatina grapes are added to the traditional blend). There is a touch of natural rubber or Band Aid that could intensify with time. Otherwise, you’ll enjoy the wine’s soft, velvety texture. ——M.L.(12/1/2008)—— 88

Following a generational change, Manara is another small producer who sparks buzz and renewal in Valpolicella. Made with carefully selected fruit, Postera is a confident, sassy wine with baked apple, root beer, rose petal, mineral notes and characteristic Amarone intensity.——M.L.(10/1/2007)—— 90