Dark, garnet-coloured, tangy and savoury, this has notes of spice and ripe berries. The palate is smooth, with a polished feel. Valpolicella Ripasso is made with partially dried grape skins and seeds that have been left over from fermentation of Amarone or Recioto. This style of wine is tannic, with a deep colour, more alcohol and more extracted than regular Valpolicella.

Best matched with red meats.