Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso 2008

Novaia (Italy)

Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
Red Wine	Score: ✧✧✧

Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso shows a brilliant ruby red color and nuances of ruby red, moderate transparency. The nose denotes intense, clean and pleasing aromas that start with hints of plum, blackberry and black cherry followed by aromas of dried violet, blueberry, vanilla and carob. The mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a slightly tannic attack and however balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors, pleasing roundness. The finish is persistent with flavors of plum, blackberry and black cherry. Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso ages for 12 months in barrique followed by 4 months of aging in bottle.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Stuffed pasta, Stewed meat, Broiled meat and barbecue
Suggested glass	18 °C (64 °F)
(Bodied or Mature Red Wines)
January 2012