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2016 Cesari Amarone della Valpolicella Classico

93 JG

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(Amarone della Valpolicella Classico- Cesari) Cesari’s 2016 Amarone is pretty svelte in style compared to many of its compatriots in this age of global warming, as the wine comes in at only fifteen percent octane, which is one of the lower alcohol levels I have seen for Amarone in recent times. The nose wafts from the glass in a deep and complex blend of red and black cherries, a bit of sultana raisin, lovely spice tones, a hint of cigar wrapper, fine soil elements, an attractive touch of fresh oregano and a smoky topnote. On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied and rock solid at the core, with good soil signature, ripe tannins and a long, tangy and complex finish that shows only a whisper of backend heat (and is downright cool in the mouth by today’s Amarone standards). This is a very good bottle of Amarone. (Drink between 2026-2055) John Gilman

Cellar Tracker | 93 JG

Critic Reviews

(Amarone della Valpolicella Classico- Cesari) Cesari’s 2016 Amarone is pretty svelte in style compared to many of its compatriots in this age of global warming, as the wine comes in at only fifteen percent octane, which is one of the lower alcohol levels I have seen for Amarone in recent times. The nose wafts from the glass in a deep and complex blend of red and black cherries, a bit of sultana raisin, lovely spice tones, a hint of cigar wrapper, fine soil elements, an attractive touch of fresh oregano and a smoky topnote. On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied and rock solid at the core, with good soil signature, ripe tannins and a long, tangy and complex finish that shows only a whisper of backend heat (and is downright cool in the mouth by today’s Amarone standards). This is a very good bottle of Amarone. (Drink between 2026-2055)

John Gilman | 93 JG
New leather, truffle, menthol and baked plum aromas slowly emerge on this inviting, full-bodied red. Smooth and savory, the velvety palate doles out fleshy black cherry, fig, tobacco and licorice alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Drink through 2028.

Wine Enthusiast | 93 WE
A ripe, rich and soft Amarone with dried-berry, orange and plum character. Medium body. Juicy finish. Drink now.

James Suckling | 91 JS
A slightly more accessible wine from a terrific vintage, the Cesari 2016 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico has lifted or volatile aromas of dried cherry skin and red apple. This wine is released with an ample 280,000 frost-coated bottles produced. The blend is 75% Corvina Veronese, 20% Rondinella and 5% of two unknown grapes called Rossignola and Negrara. There is some heaviness to the bouquet with baked fruit and dark spice.

Robert Parker Wine Advocate | 91 RP
A harmonious red that's subtle and creamy at first but then offers a charming range of pureed cherry and fig cake, cured tobacco, smoky mineral, dark chocolate and spice notes that unfold and expand on the palate. Fine tannins firm the fresh, fragrant finish. Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara. Drink now through 2032. 25,000 cases made, 5,000 cases imported.

Wine Spectator | 91 WS

Wine Details for 2016 Cesari Amarone della Valpolicella Classico

Type of Wine Amarone
Varietal Proprietary Blend : Proprietary Blend is a general term used to indicate that a wine is comprised of multiple grape varietals which are either “proprietary” to the winery or is blended and does not meet the required maximum or minimum percentage of a particular varietal. This also is the case for the grape’s place of origin, especially for region, appellation or vineyard designated wines. There are endless examples of blended wines which are labeled as “Proprietary Blend” and in conjunction with each region’s stipulated wine laws and regulations makes for a vast blanket for wines to fall into. Perhaps the simplest example is California; if a wine is to be labeled as Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, it is required to have at least 75% of the varietal (Cabernet Sauvignon) and 85% of the fruit must be cultivated from the Napa Valley wine district. If the wine does not meet the requirements, it is then labeled as Proprietary Blend.
Country Italy : Italy is renowned as one of the world’s greatest gastronomic havens; from certified Prosciutto di Parma to the sea-side seafood eateries on the island of Sicily. However, this epicurean experience could not possibly be as hedonistic without the ethereal combination of the country’s plethora of fine wines. It seems unfair that a nation should be able to boast, both, some of the world’s greatest cuisine as well as its greatest wines. Italian wine is one of the most sought after in the world, and has become the second most produced in the world, behind only France.



Stretching an impressive 736 miles from northern Italy to the peninsula’s southern tip, the country’s geography generates an enormous array of topography, climate and soil structure. This is an extremely important quality of its winegrowing and making industry which lays claim to nearly 550 different grape varietals, which all desire their own necessities, in terms of terroir and climate.



The still red wines of Italy truly characterize the nation’s vast and expansive terroir; Nebbiolo dominates Piedmont, where Barolo and Barbaresco reign king and queen of the region’s production. Hailing from Brunello di Montalcino in Tuscany, the rockstar Sangiovese grape has become synonymous with greatness. Vin Santo sweet wines have taken on a mighty feat of competing with the glorious wines of Sauternes, and of course, Prosecco. Prosecco, located in Trieste (northeast Italy) and its creation of luxuriously effervescent styles of wine has become Italy’s answer to Champagne. The Glera grape variety, which has become synonymous with the name Prosecco, is the main ingredient and is beloved in the appellation where the village of Prosecco’s name has become world renowned.



The blurred boundary between Italy and the countries of Slovenia and Austria, where German influence still resonates through Friuli wines. The prevalence of Riesling and other such grape varietals is high in this region and have become extremely popular on today’s market.



With nearly 702,000 hectares of grapevines covering the massive and diverse landscape, Italy’s annual average of 48.3 million hectoliters of wine production is second only to France in terms of volume and Spain in terms of hectares of vines. The country is vast and overwhelming when it comes to the culinary arts, but perhaps even this is overshadowed by its production of some of the world’s most sought after wines, whether the omnipresent Chianti to the highly collectible and sought after Amarone della Valpolicalla.


Region Veneto : Venice is one of the most romantic cities in the world - the city of love. So how could Veneto wines be any different? This north-eastern Italian region has to offer nothing but sweet, liquid romance poured into elegant bottles ready for your dinner table. With its importance growing more and more every day, Veneto has proven its capacity by producing the same amount of wine, if not more, as some more popular regions, such as Tuscany or Piedmont. It may have been considered small in the past, but no one can deny the quality of Veneto wines today.

Veneto's reds are easily recognized for their sweet, but intense fruity flavors that together create an impressive scope of Corvina-based wines. Other typical varieties are Rondinella and Molinara, and they're all well-known for the palate rich with red fruits, above all sour cherry. On the other hand, there's a breathtaking portfolio of refreshing, lemon-flavored dry whites, mostly based on Garganega and Trebbiano varieties. All these wines are outstandingly complex and long-lasting, thanks to the wonderful Garganega grapes.
Subregion Valpolicella Classico
Appellation Amarone della Valpolicella

Overview

Producer Gerardo Cesari

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