Country: Italy / Col de la Bastia
Variety: Red Blend Veneto
Winery: Fattori / Amarone della Valpolicella
The nose is still closed on this bracing red but it eventually reveals whiffs of black plum, licorice and leather. The dense, extracted palate offers blackberry, Marasca cherry, clove, espresso, licorice and a blast of black pepper. It’s still young, with brooding tannins that need time to soften. Drink 2017–2025. T. Edward Wines, J&J Importers.