{"product_id":"casa-lupo-valpolicella-ripasso-superiore-2022","title":"Casa Lupo Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCasa Lupo Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore is a structured red wine, created from a \u003cstrong\u003eblend of Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e. This red wine from Casa Lupo develops its natural complexity thanks to \u003cstrong\u003eresting on the Amarone grape skins\u003c\/strong\u003e. With an intense red colour and garnet highlights, it offers a bouquet with notes of wild berries, violet, plum and spices. On the palate, it is full and velvety, supported by a \u003cstrong\u003edelicate tannic structure\u003c\/strong\u003e that leads to a pleasantly fresh finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes grow in the \u003cstrong\u003eheart of Valpolicella\u003c\/strong\u003e, in a hilly area of Veneto situated at around 450 metres above sea level. The vineyards thrive on \u003cstrong\u003esub-alkaline clay-marl soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, originating from fossil-rich limestone formations such as scaglia rossa and biancone. This geological matrix gives the wine excellent \u003cstrong\u003egustatory tension\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserving the definition of the fruit. Careful yield management ensures consistent quality that is deeply linked to the territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter manual harvesting, the wine undergoes the \u003cstrong\u003eRipasso technique\u003c\/strong\u003e, remaining in contact with the grape skins for fifteen to twenty days. This second fermentation enhances its structure and aromatic density. This is followed by \u003cstrong\u003ematuration in oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for eighteen months, which is essential for achieving full sensory harmony. It is recommended to \u003cstrong\u003edecant for one hour\u003c\/strong\u003e and serve at a temperature of sixteen to eighteen degrees, ideal when paired with mushroom risottos, red meats and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn from the synergy between local winegrowers and Paladin oenologists, Casa Lupo preserves the authentic heritage of Valpolicella. This red wine comes to life thanks to the renowned \u003cstrong\u003eRipasso technique\u003c\/strong\u003e, macerating on the pomace of freshly racked Amarone to enrich itself with structure and velvety tannins. The grapes, hand-harvested in September, give rise to a wine that matures for \u003cstrong\u003eeighteen months in oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, developing great elegance. Awarded \u003cstrong\u003e90 points by James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e, this DOC Superiore celebrates the vocation and exceptional winemaking tradition of the Veneto region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Casa Lupo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45360678699179,"sku":"57604","price":19.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/casa-lupo-valpolicella-ripasso-superiore-2022_57604_1_7154d42c-9d90-44c2-94e8-d3cf7c3a9fc2.webp?v=1773775210","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/casa-lupo-valpolicella-ripasso-superiore-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}