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Zenato Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 2006

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Zenato Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa (2006)

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Corvina is one of the classic grapes of the Veneto region of Italy. It is usually the predominant grape in the blends used for Bardolino and Valpolicella. Corvina tends to produce lightly-colored wines with high acidity and moderate tannins featuring flavors that recall dark berries with hints of bitter almond. Corvina's thick skins lends the grape to rasining without rot. This technique is used to produce richer and dessert styled wines such as Amarone and Recioto.

Winemakers Notes

"The 2006 Valpolicella Classico Ripassa reveals lovely clarity andprecision in its perfumed dark fruit. This vibrant, poised Valpolicellaoffers tons of depth and a long, refreshing finish. Zenato'sValpolicella is made from 80% Corvina, 10% Sangiovese and 10%Rondinella, and is aged in small French oak barrels. Anticipatedmaturity: 2008-2014." - Antonia Galloni, The Wine AdvocateCheese Pairings: Ricotta, Pecorino, FontinaFood Pairings: Roasted Chicken, Pizza, Mushroom Risotto

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The Wine Advocate rating: 93


November 2008

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The deep ruby red color of the Ripassa, and the intense yet fine aromas come from the mixture of grapes. It is full bodied, harmonic, and velvety on the palate. Recommended with grilled meat dishes, Ripassa is excellent with rabbit casserole. 80% Corvina, 10% Rondinella, and 10% Sangiovese. As soon as the dried grapes for the Amarone are fermented, selected batches of Valpolicella wine are re-passed over the Amarone's lees, thus starting a second fermentation that slightly increases the alcohol content and gives the wine deeper color, increased extract, and more complex aromas. Ripassa read more...


 

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Deep ruby-red in color with a complex nose of dried fruit and licorice, Ripassa represents one of the most important milestones in Zenato's history. The wine offers rich aromas of blackberry jam, currant, chocolate, coffee and tar that linger on the palate and are sustained by a round and structured body. Recommended with grilled meat dishes, Ripassa is excellent with rabbit casserole. A blend of 80% Corvina, 10% Rondinella, and 10% Sangiovese. As soon as the dried grapes for the Amarone are fermented, selected batches of Valpolicella wine are re-passed over the Amarone's lees, read more...


 

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loved this wine, very balanced, nice flavor, not too intense.


April 2009

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WA 93pts. - Tasting Notes - Deep ruby-red in color with a complex nose of dried fruit and licorice, Ripassa represents one of the most important milestones in Zenato s history. The wine offers rich aromas of blackberry jam, currant, chocolate, coffee and tar that linger on the palate and are sustained by a round and structured body. Recommended with grilled meat dishes, Ripassa is excellent with rabbit casserole.


June 2009

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Very pleasant. Good but not "great."


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