95 points Kerin O’Keefe: “The 2018 Amarone della Valpolicella, the firm's historic bottling, is a textbook bottling from the denomination starting with its aromas of baked plum, blue flower, dark exotic spice and menthol. Made with organically cultivated grapes from the estate's four main parcels, the concentrated, full-bodied palate delivers ripe black cherry, mocha, licorice and a dollop of vanilla accompanied by a backbone of velvety tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced and energized. (Apr 2025)”
94 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "The 2018 Amarone della Valpolicella is darkly alluring, with a whiff of minty herbs and crushed violets that pull the taster close as notes of blackberry and clove slowly evolve. It's pleasantly sweet within, with lifted textures and cooling acidity, as a saturation of tart cherry adds chewy tension toward the close. This finishes long yet fresh with a dark chocolate resonance and a hint of spice. The balance here is outstanding as the 2018 falls into the riper category of Amarone but does so with style. Drink: 2025-2034. (Sep 2025)"
93 points Luca Maroni (May 2024).
92 points James Suckling: “Black cherries, prunes, dried flowers and a touch of dark chocolate on the nose. Full-bodied and rich, with firm tannins and bright acidity. A balanced combination of richness and freshness. Drink or hold. (Feb 2025)”
92 points Falstaff Guide: “Brilliant ruby with clear garnet-red influences. Medium intensity on the nose, with notes of cherry confit, dark chocolate, some rum pot and savouriness. Dense and round on the palate, slightly savoury fruit, slightly drying on the long finish. (Oct 2024)”
92 points/'Silver Medal' London Wine Competition: "Medium ruby with balsamic cherry and toasty spice on the nose, this bold and structured wine shows juicy fruit and warm tannins, finishing with great length and balance. (Aug 2025)"
91 points Wine Enthusiast: "This is like finding that perfect corner table in an old-school tavern - dark wood, decades of stories in the air. You get those plums that have been hanging out in their own juices, a wisp of sweet pipe tobacco, and this cool mix of incense and herbs that keeps you guessing. Take a sip and it stays focused, not wandering all over the place, with just enough tannins to remind you it's serious. The finish? It's like someone's prepping a killer roast, with a gamy note alongside crushed sweet and savory spices that lingers long after each sip. (Jul 2025)"
94 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "The 2018 Amarone della Valpolicella is darkly alluring, with a whiff of minty herbs and crushed violets that pull the taster close as notes of blackberry and clove slowly evolve. It's pleasantly sweet within, with lifted textures and cooling acidity, as a saturation of tart cherry adds chewy tension toward the close. This finishes long yet fresh with a dark chocolate resonance and a hint of spice. The balance here is outstanding as the 2018 falls into the riper category of Amarone but does so with style. Drink: 2025-2034. (Sep 2025)"
93 points Luca Maroni (May 2024).
92 points James Suckling: “Black cherries, prunes, dried flowers and a touch of dark chocolate on the nose. Full-bodied and rich, with firm tannins and bright acidity. A balanced combination of richness and freshness. Drink or hold. (Feb 2025)”
92 points Falstaff Guide: “Brilliant ruby with clear garnet-red influences. Medium intensity on the nose, with notes of cherry confit, dark chocolate, some rum pot and savouriness. Dense and round on the palate, slightly savoury fruit, slightly drying on the long finish. (Oct 2024)”
92 points/'Silver Medal' London Wine Competition: "Medium ruby with balsamic cherry and toasty spice on the nose, this bold and structured wine shows juicy fruit and warm tannins, finishing with great length and balance. (Aug 2025)"
91 points Wine Enthusiast: "This is like finding that perfect corner table in an old-school tavern - dark wood, decades of stories in the air. You get those plums that have been hanging out in their own juices, a wisp of sweet pipe tobacco, and this cool mix of incense and herbs that keeps you guessing. Take a sip and it stays focused, not wandering all over the place, with just enough tannins to remind you it's serious. The finish? It's like someone's prepping a killer roast, with a gamy note alongside crushed sweet and savory spices that lingers long after each sip. (Jul 2025)"
| Product SKU | 355073 |
| Producer | Massimago |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Veneto |
| SubRegion | Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG |
| Varietal | Other Red Blends |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 16.5% |
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