Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso DOC SECONDO MARCO
| Sommelier score | 92/100 | 2024 |
| 2 Bicchieri gambero rosso |
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2022 |
| 4 Grappoli AIS |
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2022 |
| Winery | SECONDO MARCO |
| Denomination | Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso Doc |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Grapes | 60% Corvina, 25% Corvinone, 10% Rondinella e 5% Altre uve autoctone (Oseleta, Croatina, Pipiona) |
| Alcohol content | 14,00% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | VR 5057 |
| Winery headquarter | SECONDO MARCO - Fumane (VR) - Via Campolongo, 9 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Lamb, Meat stewed, Grilled Pork |
| Region | Venetian (Italy) |
| Style | Medium-bodied and fragrant |
| Wine list | Valpolicella Classico Ripasso |
Secondo Marco's Valpolicella DOC Classico Superiore Ripasso is obtained with Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes and with a small percentage of other native grapes. After the manual harvest, the must ferments for 2 weeks on the skins during the month of September; then the "ripasso" on the Amarone skins takes place with a maceration process lasting 10 days. The final aging phase includes a total stay of 18 months in barrels and a final refinement of 6 months in the bottle.
Characteristics of this red wine
The organoleptic test shows a concentrated ruby red color with hints of black cherries and blackberries. In the mouth it is balanced and soft, enriched by a nice tannic vein.
Suggested food pairings while tasting this Venetian wine
Try it with savory land dishes such as lamb with aromatic herbs. To be served at a temperature of 18°C in a not very large glass.
