2021 Zenato Ripassa Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore

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Ripassa is the smaller sibling of the region's flagship wine, Amarone. This concept was conceived when high demand for Amarone caused prices to skyrocket. Amarone achieves its incredible concentration by allowing the grapes to dry. Ripassa uses part of this must and part freshly harvested "regular" Valpolicella grapes, which are then fermented together again, after which the wine matures in wooden barrels for another 18 to 24 months. The wine is a blend of Corvina, Rondinella, and Oseleta.

The Zenato Ripassa has a beautiful, deep ruby red color and an intense and elegant nose of plums, mocha, candied figs, sweet spices, and a hint of cocoa. Beautifully balanced and velvety smooth with a lovely structure. A stunningly delicious glass!

FACT: In the "Attachments" tab, you'll find the official fact sheet for this fine wine. We'll automatically send it to you when you order it. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pickup" at checkout. We're located in Dordrecht with ample parking. Click here for our address.

About Zenato

It all began in 1960 when Sergio Zenato, driven and ambitious, began experimenting with new winemaking techniques. He invested in native vines to obtain wines of the highest quality. Today, his wife, Carla, and their children, Alberto and Nadia, continue Sergio's business with the same enthusiasm and dedication. They have made Zenato wines a household name in over 60 countries worldwide.

Type of Wine Red
Country Italy
Region Veneto
Appellation Amarone della Valpolicella
Winery Zenato
Grape Corvina, Rondinella
Biological certified No
Natural wine No
Vegan No
Vintage 2021
Drinking as of 2024
Drinking till 2032
Alcohol % 14
Alcohol free/low No
Content Standard (0.75 ltr)
Oak aging Yes
Sparkling No
Dessert wine No
Closure Cork
Promotion Tier Price
Vinous rating 91
Tasting Profiles Complex, Donker fruit, Houtgerijpt, Kruidig, Rijk, Rond
Drink moments Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard
Sommy Pairing Beschrijving Deze Zenato Ripassa heeft een diepe robijnkleur en presenteert rijpe pruim, gekonfijte vijgen, mokka, zoete specerijen en een vleugje cacao, met zijdezachte tannines en frisse zuurgraad die voor balans en lengte zorgen. Daardoor sluit hij uitstekend aan bij rundvlees, stevige kazen, pasta en pizza en stoofschotels: de zuren snijden door vet en tomatensausen, de rijpe fruitigheid en kruidigheid versterken umami en gerookte of gekarameliseerde smaken. Kies voor gegrilde entrecote of langzaam gegaard brasvlees, een rijke tomaten-ragù of pizza met salami en champignons en serveer hem bij gerijpte Parmezaan of Pecorino om het beste uit deze Ripassa te halen.

Vinous

91

Azienda Agricola Zenato is located in San Benedetto di Lugana, 25 kilometers west of Verona, the wine capital of Italy's largest wine region, Veneto. Sergio Zenato founded the wine company in 1960. Motivated by his passion for wine and dedication to quality, he puts all his energy and talent into making wines. This effort results, partly also through the use of authentic Italian grape varieties, in a very fine range of special wines of very high quality. Azienda Zenato has approximately 70 hectares of vineyards in Lugana and Valpolicella Classico.

Deze Zenato Ripassa heeft een diepe robijnkleur en presenteert rijpe pruim, gekonfijte vijgen, mokka, zoete specerijen en een vleugje cacao, met zijdezachte tannines en frisse zuurgraad die voor balans en lengte zorgen. Daardoor sluit hij uitstekend aan bij rundvlees, stevige kazen, pasta en pizza en stoofschotels: de zuren snijden door vet en tomatensausen, de rijpe fruitigheid en kruidigheid versterken umami en gerookte of gekarameliseerde smaken. Kies voor gegrilde entrecote of langzaam gegaard brasvlees, een rijke tomaten-ragù of pizza met salami en champignons en serveer hem bij gerijpte Parmezaan of Pecorino om het beste uit deze Ripassa te halen.

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