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Ripasso
Denominazione di Origine Controllata
Pariondo
This Ripasso, with its intense, deep, rich ruby color is an immediately recognizable product of its area of origin. The traditional Ripasso technique consists in refermenting a young Valpolicella on the skins, still impregnated with sugars and yeast cells, of the semi-dried grapes previously used to make the Amarone. After three years’ maturation, the wine becomes more harmonious and velvety: this is the ideal time to enjoy it.
-90 POINTS, Wine Enthusiast (December 2011) - first Ripasso
-SILVER MEDAL, AWC Vienna 2011

AWC VIENNA
Silver Medal Ripasso 2007
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AWC VIENNA
Seal of Approval Ripasso 2005
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DECANTER
Three Stars RECOMMENDED Ripasso 2003
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WINE ENTHUSIAST - Dec. 2011 - RIPASSO 90 PUNTI
Our Ripasso has achieved the FIRST position among more than 60 Ripassos!
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WINE SPECTATOR 2005
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WINE SPECTATOR
Curriculum 2000-2008
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ENOGEA
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Type of wine
Dry D.O.C. redGrapevine
Corvina 65%, Rondinella 25%, Corvinone 10%Production zone
San Pietro in Cariano and Pedemonte di Valpolicella.Type of soil
Predominantly limestone, with lots of rocks.Training system
Trentino-type pergola with, on average, 35 year-old vinesYield
5000 Kg/haProduction process
The finest selection of Valpolicella of the current vintage is pumped onto the skins of the dried grapes that have just been used to make the Amarone. These are still impregnated with sugars and yeast cells, and so set off a second fermentation, thus increasing the wine’s level of alcohol, as well as enriching its color, extract and aromas and thus improving its aging potential. After maturing for 12 months in 35hl oak casks, the wine displays remarkable balance and structure. It has also acquired new aromatic tones and its color has become totally stable. It spends a further 6 months in bottle prior to release.Tasting note
Characterized by an intense ruby red color, it reveals a very broad, persistent bouquet with fruity notes of blackcurrants, blackberries and plums, alternating with faint hints of vanilla. On the palate it is mouth-filling and displays great depth, concentration and staying power.Serving suggestions
It goes admirably with elaborate pasta or rice dishes, red meats, game, cutlets and chops, as well as with roasts and moderately mature cheeses.Serving temperature
18°C (64°F)