The 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella Monte Lodoletta by Dal Forno Romano is a profound, luxurious red wine crafted with extraordinary precision and care.
The 2008 vintage benefited from a cooler growing season, allowing for a longer ripening period that preserved vibrancy in the fruit. Aromatically intense, it opens with layers of prune, blackberry, spice, espresso, and dark chocolate, evolving into rich, concentrated flavors on the palate. The wine's velvety texture, firm structure, and 16.5% alcohol are seamlessly integrated, making it both powerful and refined.
96 points from The Wine Advocate and 97 from James Suckling—the 2008 vintage is a benchmark for modern Amarone. It balances richness with elegance, making it ideal for extended aging or pairing with robust dishes like braised meats and aged cheeses. This is not just a wine, but a statement—intense, contemplative, and undeniably memorable