La Giaretta, Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore 2022
La Giaretta, Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore 2022 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Corvina, Rondinella (Valpolicella Ripasso, Italy), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity fresh; oak influence is little. Good with beef stew, venison, cheese board, steak. Cheapest offer £23.50 at Honest Grapes.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore, Marogne, Zeni 2023 Zeni · Veneto | £22.50 | |||
| La Giaretta, I Quadretti, Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore 2020 La Giaretta · Veneto | £24.50 | |||
| Ilatium Morini Campo dei Ciliegi Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2020 Ilatium Morini · Veneto | £16.28 | |||
| Torre d'Orti Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2023 Cavalchina Azienda Agricola · Veneto | £16.13 |
La Giaretta's Ripasso showcases everything we love about this distinctly Veronese technique. After their regular Valpolicella ferments, they pass it over the still-warm pomace from their Amarone production, triggering a second fermentation that adds depth, concentration, and that characteristic silky texture. The 2022 delivers ripe cherry and plum wrapped in warming spices, with enough structure to handle hearty dishes but sufficient charm to drink now. It's Ripasso as it should be: more serious than straight Valpolicella, more approachable than Amarone, and utterly satisfying on its own terms.