Brigaldara
Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore Corvina Blend
Valpolicella, Verona, Veneto, Italy
The 2018 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso is a force to be reckoned with. Here I’m finding an intense and savory display, as aromas of plum sauce and red currants give way to balsamic spice, smoky minerals and purple-tinged florals. It’s velvety with medium-bodied textures, ushering in ripe blackberry fruit, as cooling minerals and herbal tones add further lift. Hints of baker’s chocolate and medicinal cherry linger, along with residual acids that frame the expression perfectly. Only just shy of an Amarone in depth, the 2018 Ripasso is flat-out stunning. (Eric Guido, Vinous, February 2021)
The 2018 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso is a force to be reckoned with. Here I’m finding an intense and savory display, as aromas of plum sauce and red currants give way to balsamic spice, smoky minerals and purple-tinged florals. It’s velvety with medium-bodied textures, ushering in ripe blackberry fruit, as cooling minerals and herbal tones add further lift. Hints of baker’s chocolate and medicinal cherry linger, along with residual acids that frame the expression perfectly. Only just shy of an Amarone in depth, the 2018 Ripasso is flat-out stunning. (Eric Guido, Vinous, February 2021)
A blend of 40% Corvinone, 30% Corvina, 15% Rondinella, remained indigenous grapes derived from 18-acre vineyard, grapes dried for several months using appassimento method. Ruby with with aromas of dried fruits with pepper and smoky spice notes. On the palate ripe blackberry and cherry flavors, savory, with citrus, tobacco & cacao. Soft ripe tannins, chewy on long finish ending with a juicy fruit and oak spice character.
A blend of 40% Corvinone, 30% Corvina, 15% Rondinella, remained indigenous grapes derived from 18-acre vineyard, grapes dried for several months using appassimento method. Ruby with with aromas of dried fruits with pepper and smoky spice notes. On the palate ripe blackberry and cherry flavors, savory, with citrus, tobacco & cacao. Soft ripe tannins, chewy on long finish ending with a juicy fruit and oak spice character.
Sep 10th, 2020
Congratulations Luca! Law school coming right up! And this ripasso actually tastes great. Not coincidental, I’m sure.
Congratulations Luca! Law school coming right up! And this ripasso actually tastes great. Not coincidental, I’m sure.
1 person found it helpfulAug 16th, 2022
High quality Ripasso. Apassimento character really shines in well balanced, long finishing wine. Really well made. Bright fruit such as pomegranate and red cherry. with plenty of spice, prune, and sultana character.
High quality Ripasso. Apassimento character really shines in well balanced, long finishing wine. Really well made. Bright fruit such as pomegranate and red cherry. with plenty of spice, prune, and sultana character.
Dec 25th, 2022
Smooth tasty and above all else well deserved
Smooth tasty and above all else well deserved
Aug 16th, 2022
Exquisite! Excellent for the money. What Napa Cabernet could be if not so jammy!
Exquisite! Excellent for the money. What Napa Cabernet could be if not so jammy!
Dec 26th, 2020
Smooth and easy but not lacking body. Great with light fare or on its own.
Smooth and easy but not lacking body. Great with light fare or on its own.
Apr 6th, 2019