{"product_id":"valpolicella-ripasso-classico-superiore-doc-arusnatico-2019-valentina-cubi","title":"Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC 'Arusnatico' 2019 - Valentina Cubi","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC 'Arusnatico' 2019 - Valentina Cubi\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eValentina Cubi's Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC \"Arusnatico\" 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e is born in the heart of Valpolicella Classica, from a winery that has made organic farming an authentic production philosophy. It is a red wine with an elegant and harmonious profile, made from \u003cstrong\u003eCorvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e, among the symbolic grape varieties of this Venetian denomination.\nThe term \"Ripasso\" indicates a particular winemaking technique that gives the wine greater structure and complexity: the young Valpolicella is \"repassed\" over the pomace (the residual skins) of Amarone, from which it absorbs aromas, body, and softness, resulting in a richer and more intense wine.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2019 vintage was balanced, characterized by a mild summer and a regular harvest, with perfectly ripe grapes. This allowed for a harmonious wine, with beautiful aromatic concentration and well-ripe tannins. \"Arusnatico\" thus best expresses the qualities of Valpolicella's hilly terroir, combining freshness and depth of taste.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nAfter the initial fermentation, the wine is \u003cstrong\u003erepassed over the Amarone skins for about 15 days\u003c\/strong\u003e, a process that enriches its color, structure, and aroma. This is followed by an aging period divided between second-passage oak tonneaux and first-passage barriques for about one year. This balance between new and used wood allows the wine to refine without masking its fruity notes and varietal character.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visually, it presents an intense ruby red with delicate garnet reflections, a sign of good evolution.\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the nose, it opens with aromas of ripe cherry and plum, followed by sweet spicy notes and a hint of vanilla, cocoa, and light tobacco derived from its time in wood.\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the palate, it is full, warm, and harmonious. The tannins are soft and well-integrated, the structure is enveloping yet agile, supported by a pleasant freshness that invites drinking. The aromatic persistence is long, with a fruity and slightly spicy finish.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat dishes to pair Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC 'Arusnatico' 2019 - Valentina Cubi with\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis versatile wine perfectly accompanies a wide range of dishes. Excellent with structured first courses and red meats, it is best enjoyed with:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRisottos with mushrooms or shredded horse meat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled meats or delicate braised dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium-intensity aged cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical Venetian traditional dishes, such as pastissada de caval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nIts elegance also makes it an ideal companion for a convivial evening or to accompany more modern preparations based on legumes and whole grains.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging: how to store Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC 'Arusnatico' 2019 - Valentina Cubi\u003c\/h2\u003e\nTo preserve its best characteristics, Valpolicella Ripasso \"Arusnatico\" should be stored in an environment with a constant temperature, around \u003cstrong\u003e14-16°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, with controlled humidity and away from direct light. The bottle should be kept horizontally to keep the cork consistently moist.\nThanks to its good structure and the perfect balance between freshness and softness, this wine can sustain \u003cstrong\u003ebottle aging for 5-7 years\u003c\/strong\u003e without losing elegance, offering increasingly complex aromatic evolutions over time.","brand":"Valentina Cubi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415383208275,"sku":"V02-V005-2019-05","price":25.96,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/valpolicella-ripasso-classico-superiore-doc-arusnatico-2019-valentina-cubi.jpg?v=1764415313","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/valpolicella-ripasso-classico-superiore-doc-arusnatico-2019-valentina-cubi","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}