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Ripasso

2010 Valpolicella Red Blend

Albino Armani Ripasso is a captivating red blend from the renowned Valpolicella region, crafted with exceptional skill and care. This wine showcases a deep, rich red hue, inviting you to explore its complex profile. With a medium body that strikes a harmonious balance, it offers mouthwatering acidity that invigorates the palate. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing layers of dark cherries and plums intermingled with subtle spiced notes, which adds depth to the experience. Its tannins are notable yet smooth, providing a firm structure that complements the wine's elegant character. This dry red blend embodies the essence of Valpolicella, making it a delightful choice for food pairings or simply enjoying on its own. The 2010 vintage is a testament to the winery's dedication to producing high-quality wines that express the unique terroir of the region.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Valpolicella

The northern Italian area of Valpolicella is famed for its red wines. Located in Verona to the east of Lake Garda, the principal grapes here are Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara. Valpolicella is tangy and cherry-fresh, perfect with pizza and pasta. Classico and Superiore wines from hillside vineyards offer extra depth and spice notes. But for real complexity, look to Amarone della Valpolicella. Made from partially dried grapes (called "appassimento"), this full-bodied wine offers gorgeous fruit flavors and ages for at least two years in oak. There is also Valpolicella Ripasso, a wine made by putting Valpolicella through pressed Amarone grapes. The DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation for Italian wines was introduced in the 1960s. It is the main classification system used in the country and regulates what winemakers can and cannot do regarding wine style, varietal restrictions, minimum and maximum alcohol levels, aging techniques and growing regions.

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