Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore "Acinatico"

REGION Veneto GRAPE VARIETIES Corvina Veronese, Corvinone, Rondinella, Molinara DENOMINATION Valpolicalla Classico Superiore Ripasso, DOC The Ripasso Acinatico is obtained from Valpolicella Classico of the same vintage via a re-fermentation and a second maceration over the grape skins which are mildly sweet of Amarone and of Recioto.  The vineyards are situated in the two historic villages of the Valpolicella Classico area which fall under the hillside town of Negrar.  TASTING NOTES The color is intense ruby red.  It is intense yet subtle with hints of spices and tobacco.  The wine is warm, full bodied with traces of dried fruit that bring to mind Amarone. PAIRINGS Combines well with all meats, roasts, stews and mature cheeses.