VALPOLICELLA RIPASSO DOC CLASSICO SUPERIORE TORBAE

This Valpolicella Ripasso is made from grapes grown in the high hills, in Torbe. It has a deep rubyred colour and is pleasing to the eye when poured. Its complex aroma starts with the freshness of fruit and ends with a spiced note. The complex aroma leads to a harmonious, full and velvety flavour with the right balance of tannins and acidity. For this exact reason, it pairs very well with all types of red meat, both grilled and braised. Serve at 16 -18 °C. Truly wonderful!

THE VINEYARD

Located in the heart of the Valpolicella Classica area in Torbe, in the hills of Negrar. Altitude from 300 to 420 metres above sea level. Mostly southeast exposure. Soil type: mainly on Eocene marl. Vineyard grassing. Training system: Veronese pergoletta. Age of producing vines: from 15 to 25 years. Load of buds per vinestock: 18. Planting density: 3,300/3,500 vines per hectare. Average yield per hectare: 60 hl.

VINTAGE 2017

A vintage characterized by low quality production. The seasonal trend was overall very good, optimal for ripening and with little incidence of parasitic diseases in the vineyard. An early harvest of about ten days compared to the usual, at the end of a season characterized by some anomalous phenomena, with some areas affected by spring frosts, which reduced production. This factor allowed a homogeneous maturation, with high sugar values that led to the production of complex and intense wines