Riondo Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore

A magnificent Northern Italian red wine that beautifully captures the rich, artisanal traditions of the Veneto. Crafted from a classic blend of Corvina, Rondinella, and Corvinone grapes, this wine undergoes a secondary fermentation on the warm, sugar-rich grape pomace of Amarone—a traditional process known as ripasso that imparts extraordinary depth and complexity. The highly complex nose opens with an intense, expressive bouquet of black cherries, dark plums, and wild blackberries, masterfully layered with sophisticated notes of raisins, sweet baking spices, dark chocolate, and tobacco leaf. On the medium-to-full-bodied palate, it beautifully balances a dense, velvety red fruit core and a vibrant, well-integrated acidity with smooth, fine-grained tannins, carrying into an exceptionally long, savory, and warming finish.

Food Pairing: Pairs flawlessly with slow-braised beef, roasted lamb with rosemary, rich pasta dishes with wild boar ragu, hearty stews, and well-aged cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano or mature Pecorino.