Villa Rosa Valpolicella Ripasso DOC Classico Superiore 2021

VILLA ROSA – Valpolicella Ripasso DOC Classico Superiore 
Veneto, Italy | Elegant Ripasso with Amarone character

Origin & Terroir
The Ripasso Classico Superiore comes from the historic Valpolicella area west of Verona, around Lake Garda. The morainic soils, formed by glacial movements millions of years ago, create a natural amphitheatre with diverse layers of gravel, clay, sand and humus – optimal for complex, powerful red wines.

Grape Varieties & Production Process
This classic cuvée consists of:

70 % Corvina – Structure, cherry aromas, depth

25 % Rondinella – Freshness, spice

5 % Molinara – Elegance, floral notes

Vinification – the „Ripasso“ method:

Gentle pressing & first fermentation for 6–8 days at 24–25 °C

Maturation in stainless steel tanks for 3 months

In winter, the second fermentation (Ripasso) follows on the skins of the Amarone pomace

Thereafter, 12 months of maturation in oak barrels

Cool, sterile bottling to preserve the aromas

Sensory Profile
Colour: Intense ruby red with garnet reflections

Nose: Complex, fine and intense, with a delicate ethereal note, aromas of ripe cherry, dried fruits, noble spices and the influence of wood ageing

Palate: Dry, powerful and velvety, with well-integrated tannins, spicy nuances and full-bodied depth. The finish is long and elegant, with a harmonious woody note

Food Pairing
A powerful food companion to:

Roasted or braised meat

Grilled beef or lamb

Game dishes such as venison, deer or wild boar

Aged hard cheeses such as Grana Padano or Pecorino

Serving temperature: 18–19 °C

Wine Profile at a Glance
Vintage: 2021

Origin: Veneto, Italy

Appellation: Valpolicella Ripasso DOC Classico Superiore

Grape Varieties: Corvina (70 %), Rondinella (25 %), Molinara (5 %)

Alcohol Content: 14.5 % vol.

Vinification: Ripasso method + 12 months oak barrel ageing

Soil Type: Morainic gravel, clay, pebbles, sand, mineral-rich