Santanova 2023 Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore

A full and elegant red wine from Veneto, made using the traditional Ripasso method. The young Valpolicella wine undergoes a second fermentation with the grape skins from Amarone production, gaining extra concentration, structure and depth. The Superiore designation requires longer ageing and a higher alcohol level than ordinary Valpolicella. The wine sits between classic Valpolicella and the more concentrated Amarone, retaining freshness. The nose shows ripe cherry, plum and dark berries followed by warm spices and subtle dried fruit. The palate is full and round with juicy cherry, dark berries and plum, with extra depth from the Ripasso method, ripe and pleasant tannins, and freshness from the Valpolicella grapes.