The Amontillado in "The Cask of Amontillado" serves as a metaphor for the vengeance that Montresor seeks against Fortunato. Amontillado is a type of sherry wine, and its rare and valuable nature symbolizes the deep-rooted desire Montresor has to seek retribution against Fortunato for his perceived insults. The fact that Fortunato's weakness for wine ultimately leads to his downfall reinforces the idea that the Amontillado represents Montresor's carefully planned trap to exact his revenge. Furthermore, the Amontillado itself becomes a symbol of Fortunato's final resting place, sealed away forever in the catacombs.
