Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso 'Vigneti di Torbe' Domini Vene
The Valpolicella Ripasso "Vigneti di Torbe" is a harmonious and velvety red wine produced from the typical grapes of Valpolicella and passed over the skins of Amarone. Notes of cherry, ripe red fruit, hints of spices, and toasted memories lead to a tasting of medium body, intense, full, and fresh, with a pleasant tannic grip
The Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso “Vigneti di Torbe” by Domini Veneti is an intense and elegant red, produced from a vineyard capable of expressing high-quality grapes. It is the youngest type of the denomination, born only about fifty years ago, thanks to the intuition of using the pomace of Amarone to enrich the wines of Valpolicella. The success was immediate and today it is one of the most sought-after reds from Veneto. Difficult to define: it can be considered a more intense and mature Valpolicella Superiore or a light and young Amarone. In reality, it is pointless to seek too many definitions; it is enough to drink a glass to be conquered.
The “Vigneti di Torbe” is a quality Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso that represents the excellence line of the Domini Veneti winery. An interesting project, born to highlight the potential of the best parcels of the estate. The grapes come from the vineyards of Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grown in the hilly area of Torbe, at an altitude between 300 and 420 meters above sea level, with a southeast exposure, on soils mainly composed of limestone and clays. After completing the manual harvest operations, the bunches are taken to the winery for fermentation in steel tanks at a temperature of 25-28 °C. The process continues with a refermentation phase on the pomace of Amarone, so that the wine acquires structure, complexity, and aromatic richness. The Ripasso matures in oak barrels for 8-10 months before being bottled.
The Ripasso “Vigneti di Torbe” Valpolicella Classico Superiore Domini Veneti is a beautiful version of this Valpolicella wine, much loved by enthusiasts for its ability to combine the fragrant youth of the fruit with complex and evolved tertiary notes. In the glass, it presents an intense ruby red color with slight garnet reflections. It immediately captivates with broad and rich aromas of berries, cherry, fruit jam red, plum, and spices. Structured and deep, it stands out for a soft and harmonious sip, with smooth tannins and a persistent and balanced finish. A red that brings everyone together, a perfect synthesis of the terroir and its traditions.