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Zenato Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 2004


Other Red Wine

from Veneto, Italy

red wine
Our Price: $27.99
ratings pedigree (past vintages):
2006
The Wine Advocate 2006 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 93 point ratingThe Wine Advocate 2006 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 93 point rating
The Wine Advocate 2006 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 93 point ratingThe Wine Advocate 2006 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 93 point rating
2003
The Wine Advocate 2003 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 90 point ratingThe Wine Advocate 2003 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 90 point rating
2001
The Wine Advocate 2001 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 90 point ratingThe Wine Advocate 2001 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 90 point rating
2000
Wine Spectator 2000 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 88 point ratingWine Spectator 2000 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 88 point rating
1999
Wine Enthusiast 1999 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 91 point ratingWine Enthusiast 1999 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 91 point rating
1998
Wine Spectator 1998 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 87 point ratingWine Spectator 1998 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 87 point rating
1997
Wine Spectator 1997 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 88 point ratingWine Spectator 1997 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripassa 88 point rating
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80% Corvina, 10% Rondinella, 10% Sangiovese

One of Italy's most uniquely delicious wines made by the special ripasso method. One portion of the harvested grapes are set aside to dry for 3-4 months in order to make another wine called Amarone. The remaining portion of grapes is crushed and vinified right away. This traditional Valpolicella wine is then passed over the pomace of the first portion (post-winemaking skins etc) of the Amarone which triggers a second fermentation, adding great depth, concentration and complexity.

The resulting Ripassa is deep ruby-red in color with a complex nose showing some dried fruit and licorice. Excellent body and texture on the palate with a lingering finish. Recommended with grilled meat dishes, such as rabbit.

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A Customer - Calgary, Alberta
After 4 years in the bottle and 30 minutes in the decanter at room temperature, we poured and served this ruby 2003 vintage drink soon sensing the fragrant aroma. In response to its delicious, soft, smooth yet rich taste we commented, "now that's a VERY good wine". Our favourite paring with Elk, Moose, Deer or beef. A vino that's savoured and pleasurable without food too. I don't mind it chilled. Ahhh!




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