COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
PRODUCER
Cantina Valpolicella Negrar
REGION
Veneto
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Sorte Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC is produced by Cantina Valpolicella Negrar, a cooperative winery established in 1933 in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico region of Veneto, Italy. The wine is crafted primarily from Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella grapes. Its distinctive character comes from the 'Ripasso' winemaking technique, a traditional method involving a second fermentation on the dried grape skins (pomace) left over from Amarone production. This process enriches the wine, adding depth and complexity. The cooperative's long history includes producing the first Amarone ever bottled, highlighting their dedication to the region's winemaking heritage. The vineyards are situated in a historically significant viticultural area, contributing to the wine's regional identity.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Ripasso' method means 're-passed' in Italian, referring to the wine's second fermentation.
Fact 02
Cantina Valpolicella Negrar produced the first Amarone ever bottled in 1934.
Fact 03
The 'Superiore' designation here is linked to the Ripasso production method.
Fact 04
Valpolicella's name may derive from 'vallis-poli-cellae', meaning 'valley of many cellars'.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
La Sorte Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC is produced using the traditional Ripasso method. After initial fermentation, the wine undergoes a second fermentation for about 15 days on the lees and dried grape skins (pomace) of Amarone. This technique enriches the wine's color, aroma, and flavor profile. Subsequently, the wine is aged for 9 to 18 months in barrels, followed by bottle aging. Cantina Valpolicella Negrar, a cooperative founded in 1933, manages this process, drawing on the expertise of its over 230 member growers who cultivate vineyards in the Valpolicella Classico zone, adhering to sustainable viticultural practices.
