Cantina di Negrar Valpolicella Ripasso DOC 2021

Intense ruby red in colour, with complex aromas of red fruits and spice. On the palate it is full-bodied, harmonious with well balanced tannins and acidity.

Located in the heart of the Valpolicella Classica in the hills from Negrar near Roselle at an altitude between 250 and 450 meters above sea level. Soil type: varied with the prevalence of clay and traits of nummolitic limestone. Grass sward between vines. Training system: Pergoletta Veronese. Age of vines in production: 15-25 years. Buds per vine: 18.Planting density: 3.300/3.500 vines per hectare. Yield per hectare: 70 hl.

Destemmed and gentle pneumatic pressed. Fermentation temperature between 25 and 28C. Maceration for 10 days with scheduled punching 3 times a day. Conservation in stainless steel vats until February. Second Fermentation on the lees from Amarone with contact for 15 days at a temperature of 15C with daily punching downs. Transfer in barrels in the end of May for 18 months. Malolactic fermentation completed. Refining in bottles for 6 months.Natural stabilization.

Transfer in barrels in the end of May for 18 months. Malolactic fermentation completed. Refining in bottles for 6 months

This wine goes well with all red meats, boiled or grilled. Ideal with braised meat or even pasta with black truffles.