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Valpolicella Ripasso

2013 Valpolicella Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara

Poggo Siresa Valpolicella Ripasso is a captivating red wine that showcases the delightful blend of Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara varietals. Hailing from the renowned Valpolicella region, this vintage exudes rich crimson hues, inviting the taster to experience its depth and complexity. The wine offers a delightful medium body, making it approachable yet satisfying. Its acidity is bright and vivid, perfectly balancing the prominent fruit intensity that highlights luscious notes of dark cherries and tart plums, complemented by subtle hints of spice. The tannins present are firm yet well-structured, providing a pleasant backbone while remaining smooth on the palate. This wine is skillfully crafted to be dry, maintaining an elegant finish that lingers beautifully. Enjoy Poggo Siresa with hearty pastas or roasted meats, and experience the true essence of Valpolicella in every sip.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

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

Pairs well with:


Braised Beef, Braised Lamb Shanks, Eggplant Parmesan

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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