1997 Michele Castellani Amarone della Valpolicella Classico I Castei Campo Casalin

The 1997 Amarone Campo Casalin, a single-vineyard selection, reveals sweet, ripe, nearly overripe blackberry and cherry fruit with a kirsch liqueur characteristic. Notes of truffles, damp forest, asphalt, and rose petals also emerge. The wine was aged in both foudres and small French casks. Full-bodied, layered, and rich, this unbottled example should come close to being outstanding when released later this year. Importer: Steven Berardi Selections, Elizabeth Imports, Denver, CO; tel. (303) 394-0691