2019 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Rafael
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More savory than sweet and with wild herbs, tomato leaf, crushed ashen stone and hints of lavender fill the glass as the 2019 Rafael Valpolicella Classico Superiore blossoms. This is silky yet juicy and remarkably fresh with mineral-tinged cherries and a bitter tinge of spice. It finishes long and spicy with depths of minerality and a coating of dark fruits and exotic spices. Salty, intense and at 12%, the 2019 Rafael is a gorgeous and characterful Valpolicella Classico.
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James Suckling
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The Tommasi 2019 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Rafaèl flows easily from the glass with cherry, rose and purple fruit aromas. The wine is approachable and mid-weight in texture. It shows enough fresh primary fruit to pair with a classic roast chicken with potatoes, rosemary and garlic. This blend of 60% Corvina, 25% Rondinella and 15% Molinara shows good concentration and fruit texture in this vintage. Production is 35,000 bottles.
Pleasant nose of thick raspberry and cherry jam with savory notes of black olives and light herbs. Relaxed feel to the medium-bodied but layered palate with very fine tannins that are coated with creamy fruit. Surprisingly good length, pushed along by the more savory elements. Delicious. Drink or hold.