COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
PRODUCER
La Sorte
REGION
Veneto
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Sorte Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore is a red wine from the Valpolicella region in Veneto, Northern Italy. The 'Classico' designation highlights its origin in the traditional heartland of the appellation. This wine is made using the 'Ripasso' method, a secondary fermentation process that enriches the wine by resting it on the pressed skins of Amarone. The 'Superiore' status indicates a wine that has undergone a minimum of one year of aging and possesses a higher alcohol content than a standard Valpolicella. The primary grape variety is a Corvina Blend, typical for the region, with Corvina and/or Corvinone making up a significant portion of the blend, alongside Rondinella and potentially other local red grapes.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€19
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Ripasso' technique involves re-fermenting wine on the skins of Amarone, adding significant depth.
Fact 02
Valpolicella Superiore must age for at least one year before release.
Fact 03
The blend is dominated by Corvina, a key grape for the region's signature red wines.
Fact 04
The name 'Classico' refers to the historic, central zone of Valpolicella.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
La Sorte Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore is crafted using traditional Valpolicella grapes, primarily a Corvina Blend. The key winemaking step is the 'Ripasso' method, where the wine undergoes a second fermentation on the Amarone pomace. This process enriches the wine with color, tannins, and flavor complexity. Following this, the wine is aged for at least one year, typically in wooden barrels, to allow for integration and development. The 'Superiore' designation ensures a wine of elevated quality, with a minimum alcohol content and aging period.
