Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC - Villabella

Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC - VillabellaThe Valpolicella Ripasso DOC Classico Superiore from Vigneti Villabella in Veneto flows into the glass with a strong cherry red color. On the nose, this Valpolicella Ripasso impresses with wonderful, intense aromas of dark fruit, cherry, blackberry, blueberry and plum. These fruity aromas are accompanied by spicy nuances. On the palate, this dry red wine has a remarkable structure and combines the juicy fruit impressions with spicy notes of cinnamon, clove and pepper. Finally, this red wine has a long, luscious finish. Vinification of the Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore from Vigneti Villabella This Valpolicella Ripasso made from 70% Corvina, 20% Rodninella and 10% Corvinone is produced using the traditional Ripasso method. The wine is fermented a second time on the Amarone marc. The wine is then matured for two years in large Slavonian oak barrels and partly in barriques. The wine then undergoes a further refinement period in the bottle. Dining recommendations for the Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore from Vigneti Villabella Enjoy this dry red wine with loin in puff pastry with bell pepper sauce or with cheeses such as mountain cheese, Edam and shepherd's cheese. Awards for the Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore from Vigneti Villabella MUNDUS VINI: Silver (vintages 2015, 2014, 2013) Gambero Rosso: 2 glasses (vintages 2015, 2014, 2012) Decanter World Wine Awards: Silver (vintage 2014) Decanter: 91 points, highly recommended (vintage 2014)