Emerging as one of the standout wineries not only in Veneto, but throughout Italy as a whole, Dal Forno unquestionably exemplifies the viticultural excellence of Valpolicella. This winery’s prestigious and elegant interpretations have significantly elevated the global stature of Amarone, making it a pivotal reference point for the region.
In the early 1980s, after having worked for the renowned Giuseppe Quintarelli, Romano Dal Forno took the helm of the family estate in Cellore d’Illasi, aiming for the highest quality through a meticulous and perfectionist approach. It is through this unwavering attention to detail that he has crafted superior wines, harmoniously blending cutting-edge technology with the traditional wine-making principles of the area. Today, Romano is assisted by his sons Marco, Luca, and Michele, who support him in both the agronomic, enological, and commercial aspects.
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All older vintage wines have been purchased from a single collectors cellar. Pictures can be requested before shipment.
Jonive Estate Pinot Noir is made from 100 percent Pinot Noir.
This wine has a brilliant Burgundy color with a deep brooding nose that explodes out of the glass with aromas of orange peel, shiitake mushrooms, soy sauce, dried leaves, bay laurel and fall berries. The wine is a great balance between red and black fruit notes that saturate the palate with black tea, autumnal leaves, wood spice, dried citrus peel, and fennel. It is bright and fresh as well as deep and broad. This Pinot Noir is medium bodied combining silkiness with a nice grip of tannin, all with restrained alcohol that gives way to an amazingly complex and long finish that brings you back for another sip, another glass, and another bottle.
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Ripe and succulent, showing a delicious set of raspberry and boysenberry fruit flavors dotted with dried anise, black tea and singed wood spice notes. This is rich yet defined and toasty yet fresh.
Wine Spectator 93 Points