This was a blended wine, made with Corvina Veronese, Rondinella, and Molinara wines. It is called the Valpolicella Classico and is from Verona, Italy. This bottle was from the 2010 season. I have had quite a few blended wines before this one, and I generally am a fan, because wines complement each other very well, and can sometimes create the perfect combination of flavors for your taste and can be really enjoyable. The shop's notes said that the ruby red color and dry taste give it joviality and cordiality. It's fresh, fruity, and has strawberry and cherry aromas and flavors, with nice spice and a silky texture. First off the smell. It was smoky, and woody, not like trees but more like grape stems. It had a little bit of a fruity smell but more as an afterthought. It tasted quite complex to me, somewhat smoky, maybe a little spicy, definitely had some heat to it. Had a bit of a bitter aftertaste, yet fruity also. This would be good with some fresh fruit, maybe some dark chocolate. This was available at the Vintage Cellar for $6.95.
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