le Ragose Valpolicella Ripasso 2016

The Valpolicella Ripasso Le Ragose is a full-bodied and intense red wine, obtained with the traditional technique on the "ripasso" oon the skins of Amarone and aged in large oak barrels for 24 months. It is soft, enveloping and structured, with an aromatic and rich perfume of ripe fruit, berries and sweet spices.

The Valpolicella is light, brilliant ruby red in color with a bouquet of intense red fruits notes such as currant, strawberry and black cherry. On the palate the wine is medium in body but with a surprisingly enveloping mature berry flavor with hints of dried figs, coffee notes and cocoa powder. It is silky with sweet/tart fruit ripe fruit flavor dense, ripe and lush mature berries. Excellent with pasta dishes, roasted red and white meats (especially lamb and duck) gorgonzola cheese and radicchio dishes.