2021 Poderi del Leone Valpolicella Ripasso White Burgundy This is called “Little Heart”

This is called “Little Heart” because it will eventually come from the Briedeler Herzchen

5th generational if infusing the estate with youthful energy but remaining true to old-fashioned Beaujolais: good farming

This bottling made up mostly of ancient-vine Nerello Mascalese from the northern slopes of Mount Etna is named for the solidified lava flows (sciare) that cut across the landscape like jet-black scars

thirst quenching

Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with a dash of Petit Verdot for a peppery touch

2021 Poderi del Leone Valpolicella Ripasso White Burgundy This is called “Little Heart”Dark cherry, plum, vanilla, and a velvety dry finish with floral lift. Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella the fresh Valpolicella gets a second fermentation over Amarone lees, then 24 months in French oak. It's basically Amarone's little sibling at a fraction of the price. Certified organic since 1974 and Demeter biodynamic. Grandfather Guido Fidora pioneered organic farming in Veneto before anyone was paying attention. Pair with cured meats, hard