{"product_id":"franchini-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso-orto-baul-doc-2020","title":"Franchini:  Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso Orto Baul DOC 2020","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-6 product-detail-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-detail-description-text\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-6 product-detail-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-detail-description-text\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"407\"\u003eValpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso \"Orto Baul\" DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"453\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eFranchini Winery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a distinctive Ripasso with freshness and depth, embodying the dynamic, modern interpretation of the Ripasso style from the classic Valpolicella region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eFranchini\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecombines precise craftsmanship with a clear sense of origin and emphasizes the mineral signature of its terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eIn the glass, the \"Orto Baul\" shows a bright ruby red, lively and clear. The nose is dominated by delicate floral and herbal notes of geranium and peony. These are joined by crisp cherry and raspberry aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eSpicy accents, intense hints of undergrowth, and a distinctive mineral note give the bouquet depth and a sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eOn the palate, the wine is fresh, juicy, and salty, with clear fruit and lively structure. The fine-grained, stimulating tannins add tension and underline the determined, youthful character of this Ripasso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Grape Varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003eThe blend consists of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eCorvina, Rondinella, Corvinone, and Oseleta\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e, complemented by smaller amounts of other indigenous grape varieties. The vineyards are located in the classic Valpolicella Classico area and produce grapes with freshness, expression, and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; Vinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003ehand harvest in mid-September\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis done exclusively by hand to ensure optimal grape quality. The alcoholic fermentation initially takes place for about\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003e14 days in stainless steel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eAfter\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003e3–4 months\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e, the wine undergoes a second fermentation according to the traditional\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003eRipasso method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e–\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003eon the Amarone grape pomace\u003c\/strong\u003e. This refermentation lasts about\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1923\"\u003e10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand is accompanied by daily pump-overs, which give the wine additional depth, spice, and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2048\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003eThe aging takes place over\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e24 months in barriques and tonneaux made of French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(second and third use), followed by an additional\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2213\"\u003e6 months of bottle aging\u003c\/strong\u003e. This results in a harmonious Ripasso with clear structure and fine wood integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of the prestigious bottles is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"292\"\u003eindividually hand-wrapped\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– a visible sign of true craftsmanship and lived family tradition. This special care dates back to the time of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"446\"\u003eEmilio Franchini\u003c\/strong\u003e, the grandfather of the current owner Giuliano Franchini, and is still passionately continued today. Thus, each bottle contains an authentic piece of Italian wine culture, created for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"665\"\u003econnoisseurs and gourmets\u003c\/strong\u003e who value quality, origin, and attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"piemont express","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57080574247294,"sku":"FRA-VCROB-2020","price":19.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3474\/7428\/files\/Franchini_Orto_Baul_Valpolicella_Ripasso_2020.jpg?v=1776465132","url":"https:\/\/www.piemont-express.de\/en-intl\/products\/franchini-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso-orto-baul-doc-2020","provider":"Piemont Express","version":"1.0","type":"link"}