Marchesi Biscardo Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso 2007
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A complex first-rate Valpolicella Ripasso, full-bodied with smooth tannins and fruit and spice flavors.
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Valpolicella is the classic red blend of northeastern Italy. Sadly, after the Second World War, the growing area was greatly expanded,
broadening the array of wines available from this region. Today’s Valpolicella represents everything from the ubiquitous cheap red served by the glass at many Italian restaurants to the great artisanal
Amarones and everything in between. So what is a
Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso?
Classico signifies that this wine comes from the central, most historic and best part of the Valpolicella appellation. A Valpolicella must have a minimum alcohol level of at least 12.5% and spend 14 months aging to achieve Superiore status. Finally, Ripasso means that this wine has extra richness and body because it was fermented in wood casks containing the skins of grapes used to make Amarone; during the 3 week fermentation these skins add color, tannins and complexity to the Valpolicella.
Marchesi di Biscardo’s Valpolicella is a traditional blend of 55% Corvina, 40% Rondinella and 5% Molinara from clay, limestone vineyards. The grapes are dried for a full month before pressing to concentrate their flavors.
Tasting Notes:
A deep ruby red colored wine with orange highlights, this Valpolicella has a stunning spicy nose with complex red berry and floral aromas. This complexity continues in the mouth with full-bodied raisin, plum and spice flavors before a long finish on velvety tannins. Drink now to 2011 with a variety of red meats game, steak, and cheeses.
Region:
A remarkably diverse region, Valpolicella produces everything from easy-drinking ordinary wines that sell for $4.99 a bottle to powerful dry Amarones and sweet Reciotos made from dried grapes that sell for... Read more
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Overview
Greek settlers first planted vineyards in Italy sometime around 800BC. Since then, wine has been entrenched in the Italian culture, ‘as common as water on the dinner table’. ... Read more
