Italo Cescon Mezzopiano Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore Ca' Della Scala 2019

Italo Cescon Mezzopiano Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore Ca' Della Scala 2019 is an intense, velvety, and beautifully structured Italian red wine that captures the soul of traditional Veronese winemaking. Crafted by refermenting the young Valpolicella wine over warm, sugar-rich Amarone grape pomace (the historic "ripasso" method), it pours a deep ruby red with garnet reflections. The nose is highly expressive, unfolding with elegant aromas of dark cherries, preserved plums, and wild berries, seamlessly woven with spicy accents of black pepper, clove, and a touch of roasted cacao. On the palate, it is brawny yet wonderfully soft, showcasing a full-bodied depth balanced by fine-grained tannins and a lush, lingering finish.

Food Pairing: This rich and savory Ripasso pairs excellently with roasted pheasant, grilled lamb chops, traditional Venetian tastasal pasta, or savory semi-aged cheeses.