The cousin of the famous Amarone. This style (Ripasso) is one of the more complex winemaking processes anywhere. Traditionally made from three grapes, Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara - the finished wine is passed over the pressed raisins used in the production of Amarone. In this process, the wine picks up more sugar and yeast which results in a secondary fermentation thereby increasing alcohol, body, and complexity. Corte Volponi is a masterpiece. It is from a single hillside from old vines trained in the traditional Pergola style and there are only 1600 cases of this wine produced! Maintaining good freshness and acidity, this is a fruit driven wine with both dark fruits like blackberry and plum, balanced with red fruits like cherry. Black pepper leads the non-fruit flavors and the weight is med/full with a short but lively finish. This wine is versatile. Another staple for the foodie. The combination of fruit, acidity, and spice, make it great for most meats, Chinese food, Indian, and of course classic Italian dishes like lasagna or pizza. Corvina 55%, Corvinone 25%, Rondinella 20%.