COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
PRODUCER
Cantina Valpolicella Negrar
REGION
Veneto
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Bevanti Valpolicella Ripasso 2021 is a red wine from the Veneto region of Italy, produced by Cantina Valpolicella Negrar. It is made from a blend of Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella grapes. The wine's unique character is derived from the 'ripasso' method, a second fermentation on the lees of Amarone, which imparts depth and complexity. Cantina Valpolicella Negrar is a historic cooperative founded in 1933, representing generations of winemaking tradition in the Valpolicella Classica zone. The grapes are sourced from this renowned region, known for its suitability for these indigenous varietals.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€12
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Ripasso means 'repassed' in Italian, referring to the wine's second fermentation.
Fact 02
The grapes are a blend of Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella.
Fact 03
Cantina Valpolicella Negrar is a cooperative with over 230 member families.
Fact 04
The wine is aged for 12 months in oak barrels.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Bevanti Valpolicella Ripasso 2021 is produced using the traditional 'ripasso' method, involving a second fermentation on the lees of Amarone. The primary grape varieties are Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella. The wine is aged for 12 months in oak barrels, followed by time in steel tanks and bottle aging. The grapes are sourced from the Valpolicella Classica zone, a region recognized for its suitability for these varietals. Cantina Valpolicella Negrar, the producer, is a cooperative winery with a long history in the region.
