Speri Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore 2020 (1x75cl)

Speri, a historic estate in Valpolicella Classica, is renowned for its unwavering commitment to traditional winemaking and expressing the unique terroir of the region. The 2020 Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore exemplifies their meticulous approach, showcasing the profound character achievable through time-honoured methods.

This wine is crafted using the distinctive ripasso method, where the young Valpolicella is re-fermented on the lees and pomace of the estate's dried Amarone grapes. This secondary fermentation enriches the wine, imparting greater structure, depth of flavour, and a characteristic aromatic complexity. The 'Classico' designation affirms its origin from the historical heartland of Valpolicella, while 'Superiore' indicates a higher minimum alcohol content and extended ageing, ensuring a wine of notable intensity and refinement.

Tasting notes

Deep ruby red in the glass, hinting at its concentration and depth. The nose presents an intricate bouquet of ripe red cherries, plums, and dried fruits, interwoven with subtle notes of spice, tobacco leaf, and a hint of cocoa derived from the ripasso process. On the palate, it is full-bodied and velvety, with a harmonious balance of fruit intensity, firm yet integrated tannins, and refreshing acidity. Flavours echo the nose, culminating in a persistent finish that reveals layers of dark fruit and savoury complexity.