{"product_id":"zenato-valpolicella-ripasso-superiore-ripassa-2021","title":"Zenato Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore Ripassa 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eZenato Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore Ripassa is a red wine with an enveloping character, created from a \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e of Corvina Veronese, Rondinella and Oseleta grapes. In the glass, it reveals a deep ruby hue with violet reflections, opening up to a rich bouquet of \u003cstrong\u003eripe plum\u003c\/strong\u003e, cocoa and complex balsamic and spicy nuances. On the palate, it offers a \u003cstrong\u003evelvety texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, supported by ultra-fine tannins and a pleasant savouriness that perfectly balances the richness of the sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red originates in the heart of Valpolicella. The Zenato winery tends its \u003cstrong\u003eorganically managed vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e between the Costalunga Estate and the nearby shores of Lake Garda. Under the guidance of the Zenato family, sustainable practices encourage the ideal ripening of native varieties. The unique local microclimate imparts the wine with \u003cstrong\u003eintegrated freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e and excellent \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced savouriness\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hand-picked grapes are initially macerated in steel fermenters. After a period of rest, production follows the traditional \u003cstrong\u003eRipasso technique\u003c\/strong\u003e, in which the wine undergoes a second fermentation in contact with the Amarone grape skins, thus acquiring greater structure and aromatic extracts. Ageing then continues for eighteen months in \u003cstrong\u003eoak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, finishing with a period of rest in the bottle. To fully enhance the intensity of the bouquet, it is recommended to \u003cstrong\u003edecant\u003c\/strong\u003e the wine for an hour before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cornerstone of the winery since 1960, this outstanding red wine is born in Valpolicella under the guidance of Alberto Zenato. Its refined character comes to life thanks to the traditional \u003cstrong\u003eRipasso method\u003c\/strong\u003e: refermentation on the prized Amarone grape skins enhances its colour and deep \u003cstrong\u003earomatic complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a wine with a harmonious and velvety sip, awarded \u003cstrong\u003e94 points by James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e for the 2021 vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Zenato","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45712136011947,"sku":"58603","price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/zenato-valpolicella-ripasso-superiore-ripassa-2021_58603_1_d63b6ff1-b0a6-401c-ba24-f8c759b279bf.webp?v=1773786530","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/zenato-valpolicella-ripasso-superiore-ripassa-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}