"Rafaèl" Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC 2021

Rafaèl is the name of the first historic vineyard of the Tommasi family. Archaeology of the vineyard stuff, that’s how historical it is. Still bred with the traditional Pergola Veronese system. We are in the heart of Valpolicella Classica, on the slopes of Monte Masua. Here, from the very beginning, the ancestors of the Tommasi family were certain that the conditions were ideal for the production of a Valpolicella Superiore, a blend of Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara, in percentages that vary each year. After the harvest and the vinification, a good 15 months of refinement in 65 hectolitre Slavonian oak casks follow to complete the process. The result is a great wine of tradition. Good as of now but also capable of remaining patiently in the cellar waiting for the right opportunity. In the glass you will find a bright ruby red, dominated by floral and fruity aromas, with ripe cherry in clear evidence. In the mouth, however, you will find a subtle and velvety wine. Versatile enough to accompany both the classic meat-based dinner and a slightly spicy but still very tasty fish soup.