L'Arco Pario 2018

The stunning hills of classic Valpolicella produce incredible wines in a variety of styles, from vibrant reds to dramatic, “meditazione” aged wines. No producer in the region has ever achieved the status of Giuseppe Quintarelli, who left us in 2012. His winemaking heir, Luca Fedrigo, worked alongside Bepi for 10 years, in the vineyard and in the cellar, and learned the skills and traditions of Valpolicella from the “maestro”. He founded his artisanal project L'Arco in Negrar, just a few metres from the Quintarelli family, and continues to inspire the greatest “vinaiolo” who has ever lived in these lands.

The Pario is a blend of 50% Ripasso fruit and 50% fresh fruit with the classic combination of 60% Corvina, 30%, Rondinella and 10% Molinara

Points: 92 Vinous
"The 2018 Pario holds my attention firmly with a bouquet that starts dusty and floral yet grows in volume and depth over time. Dried black cherry, autumnal spice and flowery underbrush hints form in the glass. A tart twang of sour berries quickly contrasts a pleasant inner sweetness upfront, all accelerated by juicy acidity. This leaves mint and spiced orange peels behind while finishing with outstanding length. Talk about a fun wine."