Identity
| Producer | Zenato |
| Year | 2020 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOC Superiore |
| Grapes | 85% Corvina, 10% Rondinella, 5% Oseleta |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | deep ruby red |
| Aroma | Intense aromas of blackberries, black currants, spice pepper, leather, baked plum, cherry liqueur, wild berries, forest spices, cocoa, balsamic herbs, tarry smoke, licorice, warm spices, Amarena cherry, cured tobacco |
| Palate | Full-bodied, rich, elegant with fruity notes, elegant tannins, hints of chocolate and spice, refined tannins, medium-bodied with light creamy tannins, flavors of plumped cherry, anise, orange peel, balanced and harmonious with supple, well-knit tannins |
| Finish | Long, savory finish with hints of graphite-laced mineral, subtle tea leaf notes, and persistent tannins |
| Food Pairing | roast meats, grilled meats, small game, cured meats, aged cheeses |
| Serving Temp | 16-18°C |
| Aging Potential | 5-8 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 14.5 |
| Aging Process | 18 months in 80% French tonneaux and 20% big Slavonian barrels |
| Fermentation | 12-15 days primary fermentation, 8-10 days secondary fermentation on Amarone pomace (marc) |
Terroir
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes harvested in October, hand-picked |
Interesting facts
| Zenato Ripassa is a historic wine that predates the Ripasso hype and is made by a unique winemaking approach involving secondary fermentation on Amarone pomace, enhancing color, alcohol, and bouquet. |
Logistics
| Cork | synthetic cork |