Speri
Valpolicella Corvina Blend
Valpolicella, Verona, Veneto, Italy
Speri, Valpolicella Classico Superiore “Sant’Urbano” 2022, Veneto, Italy 🇮🇹
Overview
Produced by the historic family estate Speri in the heart of Valpolicella Classico, this Valpolicella Classico Superiore Sant’Urbano represents the fresher, more approachable expression of the estate’s vineyards compared with their Amarone and Ripasso wines. Crafted primarily from the traditional Valpolicella grapes Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella, the wine focuses on brightness, fruit purity, and drinkability while still maintaining the structural backbone typical of the region.
Aromas & Flavors
Fresh red cherry, crushed raspberry, and bright plum dominate the aromatic profile, supported by subtle hints of wild herbs and gentle spice. The fruit expression leans toward juicy and slightly jammy red fruit, giving the wine a charming and inviting personality.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with lively acidity and softer tannins, the texture is smooth, relaxed, and easy to enjoy. Compared with its Amarone siblings from the same producer, this wine feels noticeably lighter, more vibrant, and more fruit-forward, emphasizing freshness and immediacy over structure and power.
Food Pairings
This wine pairs beautifully with classic Italian comfort dishes such as margherita pizza, tomato-based pasta sauces, grilled sausages, roasted chicken, and simple charcuterie plates. Its bright acidity and juicy fruit make it especially versatile at the table, complementing savory flavors without overpowering them.
Verdict
An affable and relaxed Valpolicella that showcases the approachable side of the region. Fresh, lively, and friendly, perfect for casual drinking while still carrying the pedigree of a historic producer.
🍷 Personal Pick
A charming and easygoing wine compared with its bigger Amarone siblings, fresh, juicy, slightly jammy, and lifted by bright acidity with softer tannins. A very enjoyable and relaxed expression from the house.
Speri, Valpolicella Classico Superiore “Sant’Urbano” 2022, Veneto, Italy 🇮🇹
Overview
Produced by the historic family estate Speri in the heart of Valpolicella Classico, this Valpolicella Classico Superiore Sant’Urbano represents the fresher, more approachable expression of the estate’s vineyards compared with their Amarone and Ripasso wines. Crafted primarily from the traditional Valpolicella grapes Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella, the wine focuses on brightness, fruit purity, and drinkability while still maintaining the structural backbone typical of the region.
Aromas & Flavors
Fresh red cherry, crushed raspberry, and bright plum dominate the aromatic profile, supported by subtle hints of wild herbs and gentle spice. The fruit expression leans toward juicy and slightly jammy red fruit, giving the wine a charming and inviting personality.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with lively acidity and softer tannins, the texture is smooth, relaxed, and easy to enjoy. Compared with its Amarone siblings from the same producer, this wine feels noticeably lighter, more vibrant, and more fruit-forward, emphasizing freshness and immediacy over structure and power.
Food Pairings
This wine pairs beautifully with classic Italian comfort dishes such as margherita pizza, tomato-based pasta sauces, grilled sausages, roasted chicken, and simple charcuterie plates. Its bright acidity and juicy fruit make it especially versatile at the table, complementing savory flavors without overpowering them.
Verdict
An affable and relaxed Valpolicella that showcases the approachable side of the region. Fresh, lively, and friendly, perfect for casual drinking while still carrying the pedigree of a historic producer.
🍷 Personal Pick
A charming and easygoing wine compared with its bigger Amarone siblings, fresh, juicy, slightly jammy, and lifted by bright acidity with softer tannins. A very enjoyable and relaxed expression from the house.