COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Negrara
PRODUCER
Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine
REGION
Veneto
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Pasqua Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2021 is a red wine from the Valpolicella appellation in Veneto, Italy. It is produced by Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine, a family-owned winery established in 1925. The wine's distinctive character comes from the 'Ripasso' winemaking technique, which involves a second fermentation on the dried grape skins left over from Amarone production. This process enhances the wine's body, complexity, and color. Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine is recognized as the leading private wine producer in Northern Italy, with a legacy built on tradition and innovation.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Ripasso' method is like giving the wine a second life, enriching it with the essence of dried grapes.
Fact 02
Pasqua is the #1 private producer of wines in Northern Italy.
Fact 03
The 'Black Label' designation pays homage to the winery's early Amarone and Ripasso production.
Fact 04
This wine is listed as 'Vegan Wine' by some sources.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Pasqua Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2021 is produced using the traditional 'Ripasso' method. After initial fermentation, the wine undergoes a second fermentation on the dried grape skins (pomace) left over from Amarone production. This process, known as 'repassing,' enriches the wine with increased body, color, and complexity. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for a period, typically 12-14 months, in a combination of barriques and traditional barrels. This aging process helps to soften the tannins and integrate the wine's flavors. The grapes used are traditional Veronese varietals, including Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, and Negrara.
