Cantine di Ora Valpolicella Ripasso DOC 2023 from Veneto, Italy is a richly layered red with classic Ripasso depth, bringing dark cherry fruit, savoury spice and a beautifully polished, Italianate feel that makes every glass feel generously expressive.

On the nose, Cantine di Ora Valpolicella Ripasso DOC 2023 opens with ripe red cherry, cranberry and dried fig, then shifts into mocha, balsamic, rosemary and a whisper of leather. The palate is medium to full-bodied, smooth and structured, with rounded tannins, juicy fruit and a gently grippy finish that keeps pulling you back.

This is a cracking match for osso buco, braised beef cheeks, mushroom risotto or rich pasta with slow-cooked ragu. It has the sort of supple weight and savoury complexity that makes it ideal for hearty meals, and the Valpolicella Ripasso style gives it extra depth without losing drinkability.