Guerrieri-Rizzardi - Valpolicella Ripasso Pojega 2022
Price: $32.99
Sale Price: $25.99
6+ Price: $24.99 / btl
| Producer | Guerrieri-Rizzardi |
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| Country | Italy |
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| Region | Veneto |
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| Varietal | Corvina |
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| Vintage | 2022 |
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| Sku | 18380 |
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| Size | 750ml |
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So, Ripasso- literally to “re-pass”. It’s a method of winemaking normally associated with one of Italy’s most sought after, bolder reds: Amarone! Valpolicella grapes are harvested and the top fruit is left to partially dry, concentrating the sugars and intensity of flavor while developing Amarone’s unique flavor profile.
A portion of the wine is fermented immediately, instead of drying the grapes. Then, in February, after the Amarone is done fermenting and moved to barrels, this juice is re-fermented on the skins and lees from the Amarone - the wine is "re-passed" over the pomace from the Amarone. Hence, Ripasso!
The result is off the charts. Blended with 10% Amarone, this is a rich red packed with robust fruit and fragrant autumnal spice. It’s bold and deep, but with a bright acidity and a exceptional texture that make for a wonderfully seasonal wine that shows beautifully on crisp fall nights. What I find the most striking is this burst of cranberry and orange peel… definitely a winner with Turkey!
This gem is just perfect for all your grilling needs too. Burgers, steaks, ribs, stuffed Portobello mushrooms…
Falstaff: 93 Points
“A luminous, rich ruby red, some brightening on the rim. A compact nose, notes of cherries and blackberries, a bit of cranberry compote. Bright and straightforward on the palate, vivid fruit, finely meshed tannins, good texture on the finish.”
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