Recioto Della Valpolicella D.O.C.G. Classico 50cl (2021) CANTINA DI NEGRAR

The lineage of this wine traces back to ancient times, harking to the era of the revered Romans and their celebrated libation "Retico," extolled by Latin poets. Today, reincarnated as Recioto, it stands as an emblem of Valpolicella Classico's viticultural legacy—a wine born from the meticulous "appassimento," the natural drying and withering of grapes, and regarded as the progenitor of the illustrious Amarone. Displaying a ruby-red hue tinged with violet, its bouquet is a symphony of fruit, notably raspberry, cherry, prune, and plum. On the palate, it offers a sweet, supple, velvety embrace, culminating in warm notes of raisins on the finish—a truly singular sweet red wine. The vintage of 2021 was auspicious. It unfolded with a phenological delay, owing to a chill winter that lingered until May. However, ripening commenced towards the end of July and early August, propelled by scorching, arid temperatures and favorable diurnal temperature fluctuations. The grapes ripened impeccably, boasting superb quality and balanced yields. Abundant sugar levels and concentrated anthocyanins ensured optimal extractability, yielding wines of profound, dense, and intense colour, coupled with an elegant aromatic and gustatory profile. For a delectable pairing, indulge in dried sweets like Sbrisolona, Cantucci, and Zaletti alongside blue or spicy cheeses complemented by spicy fruit sauces.