CASTELLANI AMARONE CINQUE STEL

Toasted oak, mocha and ripe dark-skinned fruit aromas lead the nose. The chewy, savory palate offers baked plum, vanilla and espresso alongside polished tannins. A lovely overtone of tarry mineral transitions to flavors of plump black cherry, cured tobacco and spiced orange peel on the palate of this finely knit, full-bodied red. Creamy tannins firm the lingering finish. 

What a great combination here of dried fruit, leather and cedar and brighter aromas of pressed lavender and herbs. It’s certainly got power and punch, but the tannins are reserved and polished, the acidity colorful and vertical. A contrasty, tense style that keeps you on your toes throughout the drinking experience.