"Larry" > wrote in message
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> AMARONE 1998 Az. Agr. Tommasi . Opened the bank vault today and
> spent $50 on a bottle that I have been eyeing for a long time. I'm
> happy to say my curiosity has been satisfied. I prefer many other
> Cabs and Shirazses just a much for half the price although I would
> still jump for joy if someone gave it to me as a gift.

If you ever get a chance to taste an Amarone by Giuseppe Quintarelli, jump
at it. This is by far my favourite wine. His Amarone used to sell for about
$100 (Can) and at that price, I would argue that it was well worth every
penny. Recently (last year I believe) his prices jumped to about $300 (Can).
At this price I am a little more reluctant to buy, but perhaps for very
special occasions.


> It is truly the most full bodied(thick) wine I've tried and is very
> balanced with a smooth and long finish. A bit bitter at the end (some
> would love this I'm sure) and that would be the only drawback to
> buying this again.
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> Any other Cabs and/or Shirazes that seem as "thick" and full bodied as
> this Amarone out there?
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> Larry Stumpf,
> S. Ontario,
> Canada