Valpolicella Classico - Ripasso - Monte dei Ragni

Monte dei Ragni’s Valpolicella Classico Ripasso DOC comes from one of the most fascinating and consistent estates in Valpolicella Classica - a small producer that farms its vineyards according to the principles of biodynamic viticulture, with a respect for the land and the grape variety that translates directly into wines of authentic, profound character.

Monte dei Ragni cultivates its vineyards on the limestone and clay soils of the hills around Fumane, in the heart of Valpolicella Classica, where Corvina Veronese - the denomination’s leading grape variety - finds ideal conditions to express its full aromatic complexity and natural elegance. Biodynamic viticulture, which forgoes all synthetic chemical treatments and works in harmony with lunar and seasonal cycles, ensures vibrant soil and healthy vines, reflected in grapes of exceptional quality.

 The Ripasso method - a very ancient tradition of Valpolicella - involves refermenting the base Valpolicella wine on the still-fresh, yeast-rich pomace of freshly racked Amarone, giving it structure, body, and aromatic complexity that bring it closer to the great appassimento wines without sacrificing the drinkability and freshness typical of the Classico style. The result is a wine of extraordinary depth for its category: deep ruby red with garnet reflections. The nose is rich and layered - ripe, syrupy cherries, blackberries, sweet spices, cocoa, light tobacco, aromatic herbs from the Veronese hills, and a balsamic hint reminiscent of the Mediterranean scrubland. On the palate, it is enveloping and full-bodied, with rounded, well-integrated tannins, refreshing acidity that balances the structure, and a long, satisfying finish.

An authentic Ripasso that reflects its terroir, produced by people who have chosen to work the land with absolute respect and consistency.