Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC

Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC 500 cl

The Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC from Azienda Vitivinicola Zenato is a dense, velvety red wine from the Valpolicella area in Veneto. Corvina, Rondinella and Oseleta combine a deep, dense, almost black cherry-red colour with ripe cherries, spices, floral notes and a hint of walnut. Ageing in French barriques for 18 months, followed by 6 months of bottle ageing, gives this red wine fullness, structure, complex berry aromas and a long finish. In the 500 cl large-format bottle and in the 1-bottle original wooden case, this Ripassa is particularly suitable for festive meals, larger gatherings and special moments of enjoyment.

Producer: Azienda Vitivinicola Zenato, S. Benedetto di Lugana

Azienda Vitivinicola Zenato in S. Benedetto di Lugana is one of the defining wineries around the southern shore of Lake Garda. The Zenato family combines many years of experience, meticulous winemaking and a clear understanding of the grape varieties and appellations of the region.

Alongside characterful wines from Lugana, Zenato is also particularly known for red wines from the Valpolicella area. The Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC expresses this origin in a dense, full-bodied and velvety style with ripe fruit, spice and a long finish.

Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC 2021 in Detail

Aromas & Character (Bouquet & Palate)

Colour: Deep, dense, almost black cherry red

Aroma: Fresh, fruity bouquet of ripe cherries, spices, flowers and a hint of walnuts.

Character: Enormously dense and full-bodied on the palate. An incredibly round, velvety wine with rich, complex berry aromas and an impressively long finish.

Food Pairing & Occasions

Pairs well with: Lamb loin fillet or lamb rump, Boeuf Stroganoff, grilled dishes, as well as various Italian dishes.

Ideal for: Lamb dishes, Boeuf Stroganoff, grilled dishes, Italian dishes, festive meals, larger gatherings and special moments of enjoyment with a dense red wine from Valpolicella.

Large-Format Bottle & Presentation

The 500 cl large-format bottle gives the Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC a particularly prestigious appearance. In the 1-bottle original wooden case, this size is ideal for festive tables, larger gatherings, special occasions and gifts. The large-format bottle emphasises the characterful style of this dense and velvety red wine from Veneto.

Further Recommendations & Categories

• Azienda Vitivinicola Zenato Wines

The Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC is available in further bottle sizes:

• 37.5 cl
• 75 cl
• 150 cl
• 300 cl

FAQ

What stylistically defines the Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC 500 cl?
The Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC from Azienda Vitivinicola Zenato is a dense, full-bodied and velvety red wine with a deep, almost black cherry-red colour. Ripe cherries, spices, floral notes, a hint of walnut, complex berry aromas and a long finish define its style.

How is the Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC vinified?
The Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC is aged in French barriques for 18 months and then matured in bottle for 6 months. This vinification supports its density, fullness, velvety structure and long finish.

What role do Corvina, Rondinella and Oseleta play in the Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC?
Corvina, Rondinella and Oseleta form the basis of this red wine from Valpolicella. Together they shape the dark colour, ripe cherry fruit, spicy notes, density and complex structure of the Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC.

What advantages does the 500 cl large-format bottle offer for the Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC?
The 500 cl large-format bottle has a particularly prestigious appearance and is very well suited to festive meals, larger gatherings, special occasions and gifts. In the 1-bottle original wooden case, the Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC also receives a high-quality presentation.

At what temperature should the Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC 500 cl be served?
16-18°C is ideal, allowing ripe cherries, spices, floral notes, a hint of walnut, dense fullness, velvety structure and the long finish to show in balanced harmony.

What drinking phase is the Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC 2021 in as a large-format bottle?
The Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC 2021 is currently in a harmoniously structured drinking phase. Ripe cherries, spices, floral notes, a hint of walnut, dense fullness and velvety structure already show with expression. Within its ageing potential of 10 years+, the wine still has reserves and, with good storage, can gain further calm, depth and harmony.

What does the Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC 500 cl pair best with?
The Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC pairs very well with lamb loin fillet or lamb rump, Boeuf Stroganoff, grilled dishes and various Italian dishes. Its dense and full-bodied character makes it a suitable companion for aromatic meat dishes, festive meals and larger gatherings.

What makes the Valpolicella origin special for the Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC?
The Valpolicella area in Veneto is the origin of this red wine and stands for characterful wines made from grape varieties such as Corvina, Rondinella and Oseleta. The Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC expresses this origin with ripe fruit, spice, density and a velvety structure.

What significance does ageing in French barriques have for the Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC?
The 18-month ageing in French barriques supports the dense and full-bodied structure of the Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC. Together with the 6-month bottle ageing, it helps fruit, spice, berry aromas and the long finish appear harmoniously integrated.

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The Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC 500 cl from Azienda Vitivinicola Zenato is a dense, velvety red wine from Valpolicella with ripe cherries, spices, floral notes, a hint of walnut, complex berry aromas and a long finish. The large-format bottle in the 1-bottle original wooden case is particularly suitable for festive meals, larger gatherings, special occasions and gifts. Discover this Ripassa conveniently online and enjoy it with lamb loin fillet, lamb rump, Boeuf Stroganoff, grilled dishes or Italian cuisine.