Farina Wines Valpolicella Superiore Classico Ripasso 2024 750ml

Location of the Vineyards: the hills of San Pietro in Cariano and Sant'Ambrogio di Valpolicella. Vinification: Pressing and destemming takes place immediately after harvest. Fermentation with a good maceration and at least two pump-overs per day follows the first racking. The re-fermentation on the marc of Amarone in January ("ripasso"), gives the wine deeper color, structure and alcohol. Aging: 100% Slavonian oak barrels followed by time in the bottle before release. Grape varieties: 50% Corvina, 15% Corvinone, 20% Rondinella, 5% Molinara, and 10% Oseleta Altitude: 300m ASL Exposure: Northwest/Southwest Soil: Calcareous matrix with gravelly outcrops, layered with basalts Alcohol: 13.5% Tasting notes: A dark ruby-red color, with the fragrance of pepper, fruit marmalade (cherries, prunes) and spices, licorice and ginger. Excellent with roasted meats and cheeses.