95+ points Ian D'Agata (Vinous): "[$200 list] Fully saturated inky ruby. Superb nuance and lift to the aromas of raspberry, kirsch, violet, licorice pastille and sweet spices. Wonderfully sappy and energetic in the mouth, with outstanding energy and lift to its red and darker fruit, floral and mineral flavors. This powerful wine showcases an exhilarating balance of sweetness and acidity, not to mention noble tannins that provide backbone to the fleshy ripe fruit on the building, violet aftertaste. Despite the lesser vintage, this is deeper and more concentrated more than Bussola’s memorable 2009 TB Amarone. 16.5% alcohol. Drink: 2020-2030. (May 2017)"
94 points Wine Spectator: "A mouthwatering, medium- to full-bodied red, offering a rich and expressive range of black raspberry preserve, dried fig, anise and wild sage flavors, dressing the taut, finely knit tannins. Well-spiced and long, with ripe fruit, mineral and herb notes echoing on the finish. Drink now through 2030. 300 cases made. (11/28/18)"
94 points Wine Spectator: "A mouthwatering, medium- to full-bodied red, offering a rich and expressive range of black raspberry preserve, dried fig, anise and wild sage flavors, dressing the taut, finely knit tannins. Well-spiced and long, with ripe fruit, mineral and herb notes echoing on the finish. Drink now through 2030. 300 cases made. (11/28/18)"
| Product SKU | 332954 |
| Producer | Bussola |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Veneto |
| SubRegion | Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG |
| Varietal | Other Red Blends |
| Vintage | 2009 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 16.5% |
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