"Ripasso Valpolicella are like baby Amarone, using some of the same raisin-dried grapes to add a dollop of depth to the vibrant dark cherry flavours."

--------THE PRODUCER--------

Cantine Riondo

Cantine Riondo is an Italian wine producer based in the north eastern region of Veneto. It is a co-operative formed by over 2400 winegrowers that cultivate more than 6000 hectares (15,000 acres) of vineyards. The diverse portfolio includes regional Veneto wines like Prosecco, Valpolicella, Amarone and Soave.

--------THE GRAPE--------

Valpolicella Blend

Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara are the main red grape varietals that make up the wines of Valpolicella. Each grape, along with some other secondary grapes such as Corvinone, all have specific elements be it tannin, colour, aromatics or acidity that they bring to the blend. Each producer in the region will use a certain ratio of the grapes to help create their house style.

--------THE REGION--------

Veneto

Veneto is a region in the northeast of Italy. It is the region behind the famous red wines of Valpolicella. The wines of Valpolicella are made in a range of styles from dry and light (Valpolicella Superiore) to medium bodied and complex (Valpolicella Ripasso) to the fullest bodied red (Amarone della Valpolicella) and a sweet red made in a passito style (Recioto della Valpolicella). It is also the home to the sparkling wines of Prosecco.

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