COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Corvina, Rondinella, Oseleta
PRODUCER
Zenato
REGION
Veneto
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Zenato Ripassa Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore is a red wine from the Valpolicella Ripasso DOC appellation in Veneto, Italy. Produced by the family-owned Zenato winery, established in 1960, the wine is crafted using the Ripasso technique. This method involves a second fermentation of the Valpolicella wine over the lees of Amarone, which enhances its color, depth, and complexity. The vineyards are located in the hilly areas of Valpolicella, on soils rich in limy clay and rock fragments. The 2020 vintage is characterized by its intensity and richness.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€26
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
NO
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Known as 'baby Amarone' due to its Ripasso winemaking.
Fact 02
A second fermentation over Amarone lees adds depth.
Fact 03
Aged in French oak tonneaux for 18-20 months.
Fact 04
Family-owned winery since 1960.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Zenato Ripassa Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore is produced using a distinctive winemaking process. Grapes are harvested manually. Initial fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks for 10-12 days. The core of the Ripasso method is a second fermentation lasting 7-8 days at temperatures between 25-28°C, where the wine is re-passed over the lees (pomace) of Amarone. Following this, the wine is aged for 18-20 months in French oak tonneaux. A final period of at least 6 months in bottle precedes release.
