Valpolicella Ripasso

The Costa Arènte winery is located in the municipality of Grezzana (VR), in the heart of Valpantena, one of the valleys where the prestigious wines of the Valpolicella denomination are produced. Costa Arente is located in the hamlet of Romagnano at 250 meters above sea level, surrounded by vineyards on three sides, Costa Arènte is an estate of 35 hectares of which 17 are planted with Pergola Veronese and Guyot. The winery takes its name from “La Costa” (‘costa’ means ‘hill’ or ‘ridge’ in Veronese dialect), over the years La Costa, despite going through the traditions and agricultural transformations of the territory, has always maintained a great peasant tradition due to the goodness of its land and its strategic position.

Valpolicella Ripasso di Costa Arènte is a red based on Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella with the addition of other red grape varieties, the vineyards are located on clay-loam soils rich in minerals. Part of the wine from the vinification of hand-picked Valpolicella grapes was passed over the Amarone pomace for 10-14 days. The wine obtained is subsequently aged in oak barrels for 18 months, fermentation takes place for another 6 months in the bottle.

Valpolicella Ripasso di Costa Arènte on the nose has an intense ruby ​​color and violet reflections, on the nose the aromas are strong and decisive of aromatic herbs and red berries, red fruits, cherries and juicy currants, it also has spicy nuances of pepper . On the palate it is soft and with a slight acidic streak but nevertheless with an inviting drink.

Production area: Veneto

Vintage: 2019

Alcohol: 14.5%

Capacity: 75 cl

Company: Costa Arènte

Grape variety: Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella

Denomination: Valpolicella DOC

Recommended pairings: Valpolicella Ripasso by Costa Arènte is perfect with porcini mushrooms, meat second courses and mature cheeses.