La Dama Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC 2010
75 cl
This is a medium bodied traditional style Ripasso from an esteemed producer in the heart of the Veneto region. Expect soft tannins and a lovely richness of fruit on the palate. All wines made at Cantina La Dama are organic and produced with the greatest respect to nature.
- €21.99
This is a medium bodied traditional style Ripasso from an esteemed producer in the heart of the Veneto region. Expect soft tannins and a lovely richness of fruit on the palate. All wines made at Cantina La Dama are organic and produced with the greatest respect to nature.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
 |
|
| Nose | There are soft, ripe fruit aromas of cherries, chocolate liqueurs, blackberries, liquorice and herbs |
| Palate | The palate is dry, medium in body with high but balanced acidity. Soft tannins with nice balance and richness of fruit. Flavours of black cherries, blackcurrants and liquorice. |
| Colour | Garnet in colour with a brick red rim |
Fact Sheet
 |
|
| Fluid | 75 cl |
| Grape Variety | 60% Corvina and Corvinone, 35% Rondinella and 5% Molinara |
| Alcohol % | 14.5 |
| Estate/Producer | Cantina La Dama |
| Country | Italy |
| Region/AOC | Veneto |
| Making Techniques | Grapes which are collected in 20 kg crates during the first ten days of October. They are then delicately pressed and the first fermentation, which aims at preserving the fragrance, elegance and typical style of these grapes grown in the Negrar area, begins. After drawing off the Amarone at the end of February, the Ripasso wine is left on its marcs again and a second fermentation of 8-10 days takes place. This gives it more character, softness and complexity. Refining is in wooden barriques for the first 12 months and in medium-sized barrels for a further 10 months. It then undergoes another 6 months refining in bottles before being sold to the consumer. |
Awards and/or Press Quotes
 |
|
| Wine Enthusiast 89 Points | ‘This leads with pretty fragrances of plum and black cherry, with hints of oak and vanilla. The palate is soft and round, offering dark fruit and chocolate flavours layered with cinnamon and nutmeg.’ |
| Robert Parker 88+ Points | ‘La Dama’s 2010 Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore shows a good deal of layering and complexity. The blend is 60% Corvina and Corvinone, 35% Rondinella and 5% Molinara. White pepper and crushed clove emerge at first and are soon followed by ripe tones of dried cherry and creme de cassis. The finish is luscious and soft.’ |