2024 Zyme - Valpolicella Classico Reverie (750ml)

The 2024 Zymē Valpolicella Classico Reverie omits oak aging entirely, delivering a bright, fruit-forward Italian red that is ready to drink upon opening. Crafted in San Pietro in Cariano from a blend of Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, and Oseleta grapes grown across marl and limestone slopes near the Lessini mountains, this bottling captures regional minerality while maintaining a light, accessible structure. Fermentation and maturation take place exclusively in temperature-controlled stainless steel, preserving primary fruit compounds and crisp natural acidity for immediate enjoyment.

Tasting Notes

Pouring light ruby with violet edges, the wine presents an aromatic bouquet of wild rose, ripe cherry, and tangy morello cherry layered beneath a subtle black-pepper edge. The palate offers lively acidity, a straightforward medium body, and a clean, dry finish that favors fruit freshness over heavy tannins or wood influence.

Suggested Foods & Serving

Best served slightly chilled at 14–16°C (57–61°F), this Valpolicella functions smoothly as an aperitivo or alongside antipasti spreads. The bright acidity cuts through fat, making it a reliable match for cured salumi, aged pecorino, fresh mozzarella, herb-roasted poultry, and vegetable-focused pasta dishes.