Storia Antica Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore 2016

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There are 2 user submitted reviews for this wine.

Elizabeth Vickers rated this wine as 91/100 with the following review:

This bottle was consumed on Nov 14,2020 to celebrate Maureen's promotion!
We had a BBQ steak dinner with baked potato and mushrooms as per usual. The
Val was a great match to the food...smooth, seemed to blend in the background without undo notice
unlike a Shiraz. ..very crisp and satisfying taste. Enjoyed by all!
Hard to score so I am going with 91.

Wineboy rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

big rich style for the price plus an unexpected hint of tannins.

Natalie's Review

Storia Antica Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore 2016, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: The 2016 vintage of Storia Antica (translates to ancient history) is a great value Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore from the Veneto wine region, with rich dark fruit, smoky and toasty on the palate. Generous oak is well woven with rich black fruit, mocha and dark chocolate. Savoury, dark and delicious with full-bodied weight and incredible concentration of flavour. Long finish. Great wine. Well-structured and balanced with supple tannins, this is a comfort wine and a perfect pairing to slow-braised beef ribs and rich meat dishes. Drink: 2018-2024. 273672 14% D 750 mL $18.25 Score: 91/100. May 17, 2019 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

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