2023 Bertani Valpolicella Ripasso - Veneto - 12 Bottles (0.75L)

12x Valpolicella Ripasso DOC 2023 – Bertani (Bottle format 750 ml)

Label Information
Wine Name: Valpolicella Ripasso
Producer: Cav. G.B. Bertani (Agricultural Company s.r.l. Grezzana, Italy)
Designation: Valpolicella Ripasso Denomination of Controlled Origin (DOC)
Vintage: 2023
Format: 750 ml (0.75 L)
Alcohol by Volume: 13.5% vol
Additional Indications: Produced in Italy, contains sulfites

Serving Temperature and Glass
Serving Temperature: It is recommended to serve at a temperature between 16 and 18 °C to best express the balance between the fruity component and the spicy one.
Recommended Glass: Serve in a medium to large-sized glass (red wine glass with body or balloon/Bordeaux style), ideal to encourage aeration and enhance the breadth of the aromatic bouquet.

Curiosity about the Cellar and the Producer
A history that began in 1857: The Bertani wine house was founded in 1857 by brothers Giovan Battista and Gaetano Bertani in Quinto di Valpantena. With over 160 years of history, it is considered one of the emblematic wineries of the Verona area and a pioneer of Italian wine worldwide.
The traditional Ripasso technique: This wine is produced using the traditional method which involves the Ripasso of the base Valpolicella over the hot and sugar-rich pomace of Amarone and Recioto. This process gives the wine greater structure, body, aromas, and softness.
The elegance of Bertani’s style: Bertani stands out for a classic and elegant production style, prioritizing harmony, drinkability, and territorial identity over excessive extraction or intrusive wood.

Organoleptic Profile
Visual appearance: Deep ruby red with bright purple highlights.
Nose: Rich and enveloping aromatic profile, characterized by pronounced notes of sour cherry, ripe plum, and berries, enhanced by elegant spicy hints of black pepper, licorice, tobacco, and a slight toasted touch.
Taste: In the mouth it is full, soft, and velvety. The gentle entry gives way to a good structure supported by a pleasant freshness and well-sanded tannins. The finish is long, persistent, with a fruity and spicy refrain.

Food Pairings
First courses: Perfect with rich Verona and Italian traditional first courses, such as tagliatelle with duck ragù or hare ragù, baked lasagna, and risottos with sausage.
Red meats and Game: Pairs superbly with beef roasts, braised dishes, grilled meats, and game dishes.
Cheeses: Excellent with aged and flavorful cheeses, such as aged Monte Veronese DOP or Parmigiano Reggiano.