Ca Erto Valpolicella Ripasso DOC
An Elegant Italian Red from Valpolicella
Ca Erto Valpolicella Ripasso DOC is a rich and characterful Italian red wine that showcases the distinctive style of Ripasso della Valpolicella. Produced in the Campo Grande hill area of Campiano, near Cazzano di Tramigna in the Veneto region, this wine combines traditional winemaking techniques with impressive depth and complexity. Made from 70% Corvina and 30% Rondinella, it offers the perfect balance between ripe fruit, spice, structure and smoothness.
With an alcohol content of 14%, Ca Erto Valpolicella Ripasso DOC delivers a generous yet well-balanced drinking experience. The grapes are hand-picked in early October, allowing the winemakers to select fruit with excellent ripeness and concentration. Following harvest, the grapes undergo pressing and six days of maceration with their skins, helping to extract colour, flavour and structure.
Traditional Ripasso Winemaking
What makes this wine particularly distinctive is the traditional Ripasso method. In January, the young wine is fermented a second time using the skins of Amarone after their initial fermentation. This second fermentation lasts approximately 8–12 days at temperatures between 20°C and 25°C. As a result, the wine gains additional body, colour and alcohol while developing greater aromatic complexity.
After fermentation, Ca Erto Valpolicella Ripasso is aged in barrels for 18 months. Furthermore, the wine continues to mature in the bottle for another eight months after bottling. This extended maturation helps integrate the fruit, oak and tannins, creating a refined and harmonious final wine.
Tasting Notes
In the glass, Ca Erto Valpolicella Ripasso displays a deep ruby-red colour. On the nose, powerful fruity aromas combine with inviting notes of spices and vanilla. On the palate, it is well-balanced and pleasantly rounded, with a light, smooth and slightly tannic finish. Its 5.1 g/l reducing sugars and 5.10 g/l total acidity contribute to a balanced profile that makes the wine both satisfying and food-friendly.
Food Pairing & Serving
Thanks to its combination of ripe fruit, structure and gentle tannins, this Valpolicella Ripasso pairs beautifully with hearty first courses, rich pasta dishes and substantial meat-based recipes. It is particularly well suited to entrecôte and grilled meats. Serve at 17°C–18°C to allow its fruity and spicy aromas to fully develop.
Whether you are looking for an elegant Italian red for a special dinner or a full-bodied wine to enjoy with grilled meat, Ca Erto Valpolicella Ripasso DOC is an excellent choice. Now available at FineSpiritsCY, this distinctive Ripasso brings the character and tradition of Veneto directly to your table.