Hibernating at home is made ever more pleasant with a beautiful glass of wine - at least my tastebuds get to travel! Courtesy of Santi Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC Solane 2011 ($17), I was transported to Italy's famed Veneto region and what a delicious journey it was. Rich cherry flavors with a hint of spice, earth and anise, this full-bodied & smooth red wine is perfect for these chilly winter nights. A blend of Corvina (70%) and Rondinella (30%) grapes, Santi Solane undergoes a second fermentation with the addition of Amarone grapes & skins - this is known as the "Ripasso" method and adds another level of complexity to the wine. A real beauty of a wine and only $17!