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Ripasso

2016 Valpolicella Red Blend

Cielo Ripasso is a delightful red blend from the esteemed Valpolicella region, showcasing the area's rich winemaking heritage. This 2016 vintage dazzles with its deep red hue, inviting the taster into a world of lush flavors. On the palate, it presents a medium-bodied profile, beautifully balanced with bright acidity that brings a refreshing quality to each sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring vibrant notes of cherries and plums, alongside subtle accents of dried herbs and cocoa that enhance its complexity. The tannins are notably firm, providing structure and depth, while the wine remains dry, allowing its intricate flavors to shine through. Enjoy Cielo Ripasso with hearty pasta dishes or a selection of aged cheeses for a memorable gastronomic experience.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Valpolicella
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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