Costa Arente Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore DOC Valpantena 2021 - 750ml

Ripasso is made by “re-passing” Valpolicella over the skins left from Amarone, which gives the wine more body and flavor. This one comes from Valpantena, one of Valpolicella's sub-zones, and uses Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella. It ages 18 months in French oak barrels and rests at least another 6 months in bottle. Deep ruby with violet glints. The nose shows ripe red fruit, spice, earthy touches and vanilla. The palate is full-bodied, structured and balanced, with soft tannins and notes of tobacco and vanilla. 14.5% ABV. Pairs with grilled or roast red meat, cured meats and aged cheeses. Serve at 16–18 °C.

🍇 Grape Composition

Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella

Food Pairing

Pasta with meat sauce (ragù), Red wine risotto, Medium to long-aged cheeses, Game meats, Roast beef ribs, Chicken cacciatore, Italian cured meats, Polenta with roasted meats, Ossobuco, Herb-roasted lamb, Dark chocolate (for Amarone-style versions)