Medium ruby colored with copper highlights, slight staining and medium viscosity (14.5% ABV). The nose has medium intensity aromas of black plum, prune, black raisin, acacia tree planks, band aid, coffee, a medicinal note, blackberry jam and dried herbs. The palate is dry with medium (+) acidity, a full body and medium tannins that are silky. The flavors echo the nose and are medium in intensity but leaning more to the jammy blackberry, black plum and medicinal notes. It’s delicious and far better than the last vintage I drank- this one is layered and inviting. A perfect pairing for grilled Rosemary Lamb Chops methinks. I’m going with 92 points on this $26 bottle, making it a 5 star effort to drink ill 2030. Salut….
Zenato Ripassa Valpolicella 2019, Ripasso Superiore Veneto, Italy
18 Thursday Jul 2024
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