Le Ragose Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso 2020

"Caposaldo was created in honor of the Roman Empire's most famous racing horse of the Circus Maximus. Competing for an astounding 24 years and winning 1,500 of his over 4,000 races, this horse gained the favor of Emperor Nero, who anointed the horse 'Caposaldo'. In today's modern world, the classic icon of the horse still resonates as a symbol of superior achievement and quality. Standing as a benchmark of classic Italian wines from select regions of Italy, Caposaldo blends the best of a family, handcrafted artisanal approach to winemaking with modern quality standards and techniques." —winemaker

"Dark red hue in appearance. Concentrated, fragrant nose with top notes of cherry jam and cranberries, followed by hints of plum, dried fruit and cocoa. On the palate it is full, round, with velvety tannins, pleasantly tangy with a long finish, with notes of red berries and an alluring full flavor." —winemaker

Wine Anthology Team Review- Only the ripest grapes that are picked in late October get chosen for this wine. Then the drying process begins (the Appassimento method) until the following January. The wine then gets put into Slovenion oak barrels and finishes the aging process. The result is a rich and lush wine that displays deep fruit flavors, hints of smoke and a deliciously, elongated finish. You can't do better for under $40. Cheers!

"Intense bright ruby ​​red color with a wide and complex bouquet with scent and taste of wild berries and violets. Warm and persistent to drink, finely structured tannins, pleasant and typical acidity." —winemaker 

"Broglia Gavi La Meirana is a pale straw yellow with green highlights. This wine offers a fine and delicate nose with fruity notes of peach, melon and pink grapefruit, as well as hints of anise and flowers. On the palate, it is very balanced, with a long fruity finish." —winemaker