Ripassa Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore is a red produced by Zenato in Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore, Veneto, Italy. Classified as Superiore. Made from Corvina, Rondinella and Sangiovese. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 2 vintages; members see when each one is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Appellation: Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore
Classification: Superiore
Region: Veneto
Country: Italy
Grapes: Corvina, Rondinella, Sangiovese
Tasting profile
Structure: full-bodied, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry
Zenato's Ripassa is a benchmark for its style: Valpolicella Superiore refermented on the drained Amarone skins, which lends the dried-cherry richness, cocoa and warm spice of the bigger wine without its weight or alcohol. Mostly Corvina with Rondinella and a little Sangiovese. Full-bodied and supple, with plum, tobacco and a bitter-almond finish, enough grip for braises and hard cheese but no real austerity. The appeal is richness rather than structure.
Serving: Serve at 16–18 °C.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Veneto, Italy
Veneto is a prolific region in northeastern Italy, running from Lake Garda toward Venice, and one of the country's largest producers by volume.
Corvina
Corvina is a red grape from Italy's Veneto region, the leading variety behind the wines of Valpolicella, including its famous dried-grape styles.
Rondinella
Rondinella is a red grape from the Veneto region of northeast Italy, valued less as a soloist than as a dependable supporting player in the blends of Valpolicella and its powerful cousin Amarone.
Sangiovese
Sangiovese is a red grape and the signature variety of Tuscany, the heart of Italy's most famous reds.
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- Lugana San Benedetto — Zenato, Lugana
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- Recioto della Valpolicella Classico — Zenato, Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
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- Ai Colli Valpolicella Ripasso — Vivaldi, Valpolicella Ripasso
- Altarol — Corte Figaretto, Valpolicella
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ripassa Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore from?
Ripassa Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore is produced by Zenato in Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore, Veneto, Italy.
What grapes are in Ripassa Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore?
Ripassa Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore is a blend of Corvina, Rondinella and Sangiovese.