2023 Valpolicella Classico, Cà dei Maghi, Veneto, Italy

Brilliant ruby colour. Intense flavour with hints of marasca cherry, raspberry and small wild strawberry. Harmonious, fresh, sapid and dry in the mouth with a typical aftertaste of cherry. Young wine which can accompany the whole meal. It combines very good with sliced meat, soft cheese and white meat.

Ca dei Maghi is a small farm in the hills of Valpolicella making very small quantities of the most exquisite wines. Although started in the 1950's it is only since 2011 when Paolo Creazzi took over the reins that this estate has gone from being 'good' to outstanding. Each year he seeks to express classical Valpolicella at its very best while his natural inclination to experiment and try new things is shown in the small range of IGT wines produced.

Every growing and winemaking decision made is a deliberate step in the search for the finest wines possible, there is no work around or shortcut with these wines - everything is about making the best wines down to the finest detail. Already with his first release Paolo is winning major recognition and this is an estate that will surely go on to become one of the great names of Veneto winemaking.