2020 Tommaso Bussola Ca' del Laito Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso, Veneto, Italy (750ml) Mendocino The full-bodied palate is smooth

The full-bodied palate is smooth and refreshing with ripe yet understated fruit and a long

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2020 Tommaso Bussola Ca' del Laito Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso, Veneto, Italy (750ml) Mendocino The full-bodied palate is smoothWINEMAKER'S NOTES: Deep ruby in color, this Valpolicella Ripasso offers aromas of ripe cherries, dried plums, and blackberries, layered with hints of spice, cocoa, and tobacco from its time in wood. The palate is structured yet smooth, with well integrated tannins and a lingering finish rich in dark fruit and earthy undertones. TASTING NOTES: Rich, intense and spicy, with black pepper, nutmeg, licorice, chocolate, plums and cherries on the nose.