This isn’t your father’s Valpolicella. The pale, thin, uninteresting Valpolicellas of the past are now squarely in the rear-view mirror, having been replaced by a new generation of Valpolicellas that have depth, structure, balance and charm. This vintage from Sartori is a beautiful example of the modern Valpolicella. The red-fruited aromas are pure and intense, buttressed by firm acidity that will not only pair nicely with Italian sausages and tomato-based dishes, but also extend its shelf life. Platinum award winner at the 2015 Winemaker Challenge International Wine Competition.
Sartori, Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC (Veneto, Italy) 2012
By Robert Whitley