Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore Jago DOC 2023 - Villa Spinosa

A Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC red from Villa Spinosa, from the 2023 vintage. The grapes come from the Jago vineyard and are hand-harvested and selected, then placed in crates and dried for 15 to 20 days. It is made using the traditional ripasso technique on the pomace of Recioto. Ageing is split one third in barrique, one third in tonneaux and one third in Slavonian oak barrels. The wine is deep ruby red, with aromas of marasca cherry, forest fruits, jam, vanilla and sweet spices. The palate is soft and full-bodied, warm and persistent, with a dense tannic texture balancing the fruity sip. It is suggested with meat-based first and second courses, including veal medallions with green pepper, roast pork fillet and roast red meats.