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Corteforte Podere Bertarole (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso)

Corteforte

Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso · Italy

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara
Country
Italy
Region
Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso
Appellation
Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso
Body
medium
Acidity
high
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

carnes curadas · risoto · carnes estufadas · ensopados

Rated vintages

  • 201089 pts

    This is loaded with succulent black cherry, almond, tobacco and black pepper flavors. The dense fruit and round structure are balanced by vibrant acidity, making this perfect to pair with everything from cured meats to risotto.

  • 200988 pts

    Having endured up to 8 months of oak aging, this offers modern touches of chocolate, spice and espresso bean that sit behind fresh aromas of black cherry and plum. The medium finish shows depth and length.

  • 200888 pts

    Here's a quirky but alluring Ripasso with offbeat aromas of black olive and eucalyptus folded between dark aromas of ripe fruit, tobacco and moist earth. It offers a long-lasting but medium-bodied mouthfeel that would match braised meat or stew.

  • 200788 pts

    This vineyard-designate Ripasso opens with dark concentration and lush aromas of mature fruit, spice, leather, chocolate and dried beef or cured ham. This is a rich and velvety wine that could stand up to barbecued short ribs smothered in spicy sauce.