1. Classico Superiore DOC
Campolieti
Valpolicella Ripasso
Classico Superiore DOC
The name Campolieti means “Happy Field” and refers to the vineyards from which this excellent wine is produced, and also to the joyous reaction of the many Luigi Righetti customers upon their first taste.
VARIETALS
60% Corvina, 30% Molinara, 10% Rondinella
VINIFICATION
The grapes are carefully picked during the harvest in October and undergo a temperature-controlled fermentation that lasts 8-10 days. During the following spring, malolactic fermentation takes place inside the casks containing the lees of Amarone and is aged for one year. This is called the “Ripasso” method.
COLOR
Dark ruby color with brilliant highlights.
BOUQUET
Black cherry nose with a raisin-like complex of scents.
FLAVOR
Deep flavor, round tastes punctuated by a slightly bitter hint, delivered with a graceful lightness.
PAIRINGS
Pairs well with roasts, stews with meat and mushrooms, and seasonal cheeses.
ALCOHOL CONTENT
13%
SERVING TEMPERATURE
61-64°F
Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp. New York, NY USA