Long name. I need to break it down. Valpolicella is region of Italy that is just behind chianti in production. Valpolicella Ripasso is aged at least 12 months on wood with an alcohol content in excess of 12% made with partially dried grape skins. The name "valpolicella" dates to at least the 12th century and likely comes from the ancient Greeks and may mean "valley of the cellars". Enough Wiki-pedia! "Wood" must mean "oak" because I smell it. I find this $15 bottle dry yet light - and it pairs well with a chicken pasta dish with a cream sauce. This region is known for producing good value wine. Sounds familiar. I always look for any label from this region. Mrs. Vino is too focused on the NFC Championship game to comment.
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