VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO SUPERIORE RIPASSO DOC

Grapes Variety
80% Corvina Veronese, 15% Corvinone, 5% Rondinella .

Viticultural details
Guyot training systems with plant density of 5,000 vines/ha. The distance
between the ranks is 2,30 meters, while in the row between the vines is 1,0
meter, with south-east exposition. The production varies depending on the
season from 10 to 12 branches per vine. The soil is sandy-clayey, resistant to
drought. At 300 meters above sea level. Age of the vines 22 years.

Vinification and maturation
Classic red vinification with maceration of the grapes for 15 days at a
controlled temperature. Next “Ripasso” on the pomace of Amarone for
about 20 days. After fermentations, aging for about 6 months in large oak
Slavonian barrel (30/60 Hl). Settlement in steel tank before bottling and
refining in bottles for about 6 months.

Tasting notes
Colour: intense and dark purple.
Nose: fruity with notes of cherry and plum, enveloping scent of spices.
Flavour: elegant, well balanced and persistent. The notes of fruit are
perfectly combined with spicy wood.
Alcohol: around 14 % vol.

Serving suggestions
Recommended with roastedmeat, grilled meat and mature cheeses.
Serve at
Serve at 18°-20°C (64-68°F).