COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
PRODUCER
Antiche Terre Venete
REGION
Veneto
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Antiche Terre Venete Valpolicella Ripasso 2022 is a red wine from the Valpolicella region in Veneto, Italy. It is produced by Antiche Terre Venete, a winery founded on a blend of generational winemaking expertise and modern vision. The wine's distinctiveness comes from the 'Ripasso' method, a traditional technique involving a second fermentation on the lees of Amarone or Recioto wines, which enriches the wine's complexity and texture. The vineyards are situated in the Valpantena valley, known for its limestone-rich soils, contributing to the unique expression of the Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella grape varieties used in its production. The 2022 vintage is noted for its ruby-red hue and specific aromatic profile.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€24
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Ripasso' method literally means 'repassed' in Italian.
Fact 02
This technique adds depth and character, often likened to a baby Amarone.
Fact 03
Valpolicella Ripasso DOC regulations mandate a minimum of three days for the second fermentation.
Fact 04
The producer cultivates 50 hectares of vineyards, with all harvesting done by hand.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Antiche Terre Venete Valpolicella Ripasso 2022 is crafted using the traditional 'Ripasso' method, which involves a second fermentation on the lees of Amarone or Recioto wines. This process, mandated to last a minimum of three days, enriches the wine's complexity and texture. The grapes, primarily Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella, are harvested by hand from vineyards in the Valpantena valley. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in a combination of large oak barrels (40 hectoliters) and smaller French and American oak barriques. The producer emphasizes sustainable viticulture in their vineyard management.
