Zenato Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC 2021 14% Vol. 0,75l

The Zenato Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore DOC 2021, 14% ABV, in a 0.75-liter bottle, is one of the best-known and most popular Ripasso wines from Veneto, combining the freshness of a classic Valpolicella with the depth and complexity of an Amarone. Produced by the renowned Zenato winery, this characterful Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore DOC is made from the traditional grape varieties Corvina, Rondinella, and Oseleta. The vineyards are situated on dry, loamy, and calcareous soils in the hills of Veneto, where the Mediterranean climate—with warm summers and mild winters—provides ideal conditions for the grapes to ripen.

What makes this Ripasso red wine special is the traditional Ripasso process. After the first fermentation, the young wine is left to ferment for about 20 days on the still-warm pomace left over from Amarone production. This gives the wine additional structure, concentration, and aromatic depth. The Zenato Ripassa 2021 is then aged for 24 months in French barriques and released after a further six months of bottle aging. With an alcohol content of 14% vol., this premium red wine from Italy is powerful, harmonious, and elegant. The combination of intense fruit, subtle spice, and a smooth structure makes it a prime example of the high quality of the Valpolicella region.