Negrar - Domini Veneti
Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore La Casetta 2020
| Denomination | DOC Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Veneto (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 65% Corvina, 20% Rondinella, 15% Corvinone |
| Aging | 24 months in barrels |
- Composition: 65% Corvina, 20% Rondinella, 15% Corvinone
- Ripasso Technique: refermentation on Amarone pomace with manual punch-downs
- Ageing: 24 months in barrels and malolactic fermentation completed
- Aromatic characteristics: cherry, red fruits and spices; full and velvety taste
- Vintage and type: 2020, still red Valpolicella Ripasso DOC Classico Superiore
Description
What kind of wine it is
Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore La Casetta by Domini Veneti is crafted from a meticulous blend of Corvina, Rondinella and Corvinone grapes. In the glass, it displays a deep ruby red hue with violet highlights, introducing an intense aromatic profile of cherry, red fruits and spicy notes. On the palate, it reveals a full and velvety texture, supported by well-integrated acidity, balanced tannins and subtle hints of dried fruit. Its robust structure makes it ideal for pairing with grilled meats, game dishes, braised meats and selections of mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The roots of this red wine lie in the hillside vineyards of the Roselle locality, situated in the heart of the municipality of Negrar. In this prime area of the Valpolicella Classico zone, the vines grow on predominantly clay soils with significant limestone veins. The vines, trained in the double pergola system, benefit from an optimal microclimate for steady and consistent ripening. The interplay between the soil characteristics and a rigorous manual selection of the grape bunches gives the must a high concentration, resulting in the pronounced smoothness and depth typical of this label.
How it is produced
The winemaking process enhances the identity of the grapes through the Ripasso technique. After an initial fermentation in stainless steel with skin maceration and frequent punch-downs, the wine undergoes a second fermentation on the Amarone pomace, gaining roundness and structure. This stage is followed by malolactic fermentation and a completely natural settling without filtration, carried out exclusively through racking. Finally, a long ageing in barrels for 24 months stabilises the sensory profile, ensuring great balance and a persistently pleasant sip.
History and Curiosities
Born on the hills of Roselle, in Negrar, this wine embodies the excellence that Domini Veneti has passed down since 1933. The grapes, carefully hand-selected, are enhanced through the traditional Ripasso method on the Amarone pomace. This historic production technique, combined with natural stabilisation without filtration and 24 months of ageing in barrels, gives the wine remarkable structural richness. A glass with a full and velvety body, a satisfying sip, ideal with grilled meats, braised dishes and mature cheeses.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1933
- Oenologist: Daniele Accordini, Fabio Zordan
- Bottles produced: 1.000.000
- Hectares: 700
The spirit is the same as that of the visionary cooperative founded in 1933 by the seven businessmen from Verona, just as the very same principles guide our work on a daily basis today and inspire every new project: initiative, reciprocity and collaboration.
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| Name | Domini Veneti Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore La Casetta 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Valpolicella Ripasso DOC |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 65% Corvina, 20% Rondinella, 15% Corvinone |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Veneto |
| Vendor | Negrar - Domini Veneti |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born on the hills of Roselle, in Negrar, this wine embodies the excellence that Domini Veneti has passed down since 1933. The grapes, carefully hand-selected, are enhanced through the traditional Ripasso method on the Amarone pomace. This historic production technique, combined with natural stabilisation without filtration and 24 months of ageing in barrels, gives the wine remarkable structural richness. A glass with a full and velvety body, a satisfying sip, ideal with grilled meats, braised dishes and mature cheeses. |
| Origin | On the hills in the Roselle locality, in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico area, in the municipality of Negrar |
| Soil composition | Terreno prevalentemente argilloso, a tratti calcareo; vigneti totalmente inerbiti |
| Cultivation system | Double pergola |
| Plants per hectare | 3300 |
| Yield per hectare | 70 hl/ha |
| Harvest | First 10 days of October |
| Fermentation temperature | 25 - 28 °C |
| Production technique | Ripasso method: refermentation of fresh Valpolicella on Amarone/Appassimento marc; manual punch-downs; natural stabilisation with racking only, without filtration; ageing for 24 months in barrels |
| Wine making | Ripasso Method: re-fermentation of fresh Valpolicella on Amarone/Appassimento pomace to increase smoothness and complexity. Maceration for 12 days in steel tanks with manual punching down three times a day (20 minutes each), then kept in steel until February. Complete malolactic fermentation. Natural stabilisation with only rackings, without filtration. Aged for 24 months in barrels. |
| Aging | 24 months in barrels |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |