Valpolicella Ripasso DOC
Grapes:
Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella (classic Valpolicella blend)
Alcohol:
13.5% ABV
Vineyards & Winemaking:
Grapes grown on hillside vineyards in Valpolicella with clay-limestone soils. Fermentation in stainless steel; the wine is then “re-passed” on the pomace of Amarone, enhancing body and aromatic complexity. Aged 12–18 months in oak barrels before bottling.
Color:
Deep ruby red with garnet reflections.
Nose:
Intense and rich; ripe cherry, plum, blackberry, and dried fruit, with notes of spice, leather, and cocoa.
Palate:
Full and harmonious; velvety tannins with layers of red fruit, spice, and a long, warm finish.
Body & Style:
Dry, medium- to full-bodied red; structured yet smooth, a bridge between Valpolicella Classico and Amarone
Food Pairing:
Ideal with roast meats, game, braised beef, mushroom risotto, and aged cheeses
Recognition:
Appreciated as a refined Ripasso that delivers both richness and approachability.
Description
Intense ruby red with purple tinges. Pleasant notes of plum, red berries, ripe cherry and sweet spices, with hints of vanilla and raisins. Dry, full, smooth, with an excellent structure and a delicate aftertaste of light spices (cinnamon and cloves) and licorice.