Dark, Savory & Earthy
Aromas of red & black cherries, black licorice & cocoa.
Flavors of wild red & black cherries, black licorice, chocolate, leather. Slightly sweet & nutty savory flavor on finish.
Moderate alcohol with rich texture on the palate.
Typically a blend of a number of native grapes: Corvina, Rondinella, Corvinone, & Molinara.
Two other major dry styles of this blend are; Classico (Normale) & Amarone della Valpolicella.
Pairs well with earthy dishes, e.g. meat-sauce, mushroom-sauce & eggplant-based meals.
Only from...
Italy; Valpolicella subregion, Veneto Italy
Best from the Valpolicella Classico sub-sub-region & labeled "Ripasso" & "Superiore"
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