Valpolicella Ripasso DOC Classico Superiore Ca' del Laito, Bussola Tommaso, Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy 2020
Veneto, Italy
Tasting Notes
Bussola Tommaso Valpolicella Ripasso Ca' del Laito 2020. Produced from Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, and Molinara, this traditional Ripasso method enhances complexity and structure while preserving the identity of Valpolicella. The grapes are fermented in steel tanks with indigenous yeasts, and after six months in stainless steel, the wine undergoes a second fermentation lasting about 15 days. The wine is aged for 24 months, split between tonneaux, barriques, and large barrels, before bottling after three years.
Food Matches
Beef Lasagna, Roasted Pork Loin & Risotto con Salsiccia
Wine Profile
Wine Type Red Wine
Vintage 2020
Style Full & Rich Reds
Country Italy
Region Veneto
Grower Name Bussola Tommaso
Grape Variety Corvina
ABV 14.50%
Closure Natural Cork
Bottle Size 75cl
Allergens Sulphites
Method Vegan
SKU BUSSVALPRIPASS20
Region
Veneto
The Veneto is an extremely important region in the north-east of Italy, stretching from the west at the shores of Lake Garda as far north as the Alps, the Austrian border and the Venetian hinterland. It is Italy's largest wine-producing region. DOC wines represent well over a quarter of total production and include such well-known names as Valpolicella, Soave, Bardolino… Read More
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Corvina
Corvina is the most important varietal in the Valpolicella appellation, with its famous sour-cherry character, as well as good body and structure.Thick skins means it can be air-dried in the traditional appassimento style, making it suitable for use in the prestigious Amarone della Valpolicella wines. Corvina is also blended with Rondinella and Molinara grapes, giving softer… Read More
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