Masi 2015 Campofiorin, IGT Rosso Del Veronese

Masi is well-known for being an outstanding producer in the Veneto of Amarone and Valpolicella wines. Campofiorin originally was a Valpolicella "Ripasso", but now they have decided to take this rich red to another level entirely. Carefully selected Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes are vinified normally as if to produce a Valpolicella. Then, as in the production of Amarone, grapes that have been dried, intensifying the flavors and sugars are added to this finished wine allowing it to re-ferment over a period of about 6 weeks. This brings another dimension of flavor and complexity to the fresh Veronese red wine. After this second fermentation the wine is aged 2/3 in large Slavonian oak casks and 1/3 in smaller new oak barrels, both Allier and Slavonian. In the end the finished wine is cross between Amarone and Valpolicella that is unique and compelling. This wine scored 91 points from Tasting Panel Magazine who said "Earth and spice on the nose; a smooth and fresh blend of Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara with flavorful black raspberry notes. Enduring and rich, it's a mainstay from a proven Veneto star."