Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore DOC 2017 Tenuta Delo

The Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore of Tenuta Delo was born in the historic area of Valpolicella, from a meticulous selection of traditional native grapes such as Corvina Veronese, Rondinella and Oseleta.

The harvest takes place by hand in September. Fermentation takes place with maceration in contact with the skins for 10 days inside steel and concrete containers. The wine rests until January-February, after which it ferments on the marc of the freshly drawn Amarone according to the ancient Ripasso technique, acquiring a robust body and notable aromatic complexity. This is followed by maturation for 12 months in Slavonian oak barrels, completed by a further 4 months of refinement in the bottle.

It appears to be of an intense ruby red colour. On the nose it is striking with intense notes of ripe cherry, combined with notes of wood and vanilla to complete the olfactory bouquet. On the palate it is dry and structured, with well-smoothed tannins.

Excellent to accompany pasta-based first courses and cured meats. It lends itself to pairing with game and mature cheeses.