Brigaldara Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore

Flavour Profile

Brigaldara

Brigaldara Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore

Name: Brigaldara Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore
Brand: Brigaldara
Price: 39.95 USD
Rating: 3.75 (0 reviews)

Italy, Veneto

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

3.9

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

This full-bodied red from the historic Brigaldara winery in Valpolicella, Italy is a Ripasso Superiore, a type of wine made from the same grapes as Valpolicella but with a deeper concentration of flavor. With a bouquet of ripe blackberry and cherry, this wine is rich and smooth on the palate, with a balanced blend of sweet and sour notes, and a hint of black pepper that lingers on the finish. Enjoy this wine with a variety of dishes, from grilled meats to hearty pastas.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Brigaldara Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore is a deep and intense red wine with a dark ruby color.On the nose, it has intense aromas of ripe cherries, blackberries, and plums, along with notes of spices and earthy undertones. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and rich, with flavors of ripe cherries, plums, blackberries, and toasted oak, as well as hints of licorice and cocoa. The finish is long and persistent, with a smooth and pleasant finish. This is an excellent example of a classic Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

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2028

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Generous

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Firm

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (3)

Molinara

Corvina

ORIGINS

Winery: Brigaldara

Region: Veneto

Veneto is a region in the north-eastern part of Italy, located between the Adriatic Sea and the Alps. It is one of the most important wine-producing regions in the country, with a long history of winemaking and a wide variety of wines. The history of winemaking in Veneto dates back to the Roman Empire, when the region was known as Venetia. The Romans planted vineyards in the area and developed a variety of winemaking techniques. In the Middle Ages, Veneto was home to some of the most renowned winemakers in Europe, and the region's wines were highly sought after. Today, Veneto is one of the most important wine-producing regions in Italy, with a wide range of styles and varieties.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.9

0 Reviews