Contessa Giulia Ripasso Valpolicella Doc

This alluring and deeply expressive Venetian red wine displays a rich, concentrated ruby red color with subtle garnet highlights. The bouquet is intense, warm, and highly inviting, opening with vibrant aromas of dark cherries, black plums, and wild blackberries, beautifully layered with elegant nuances of sweet raisins, dark chocolate, tobacco leaf, and a touch of warm baking spice. On the palate, it exhibits a medium-to-full-bodied structure featuring a plush, velvety core of dark fruit. The mouthfeel is remarkably smooth and rounded, perfectly counterbalanced by a refreshing regional acidity and supported by supple, fine-grained tannins that lead into a long, savory, and pleasantly warming finish.

Food Pairing: Complements traditional hearty dishes, slow-cooked beef stews, roasted lamb shanks, wild mushroom risotto, grilled red meats, and aged cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano.