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Valdenrico Passito Wine from Overripe Rovellotti Grapes

Valdenrico Passito Wine from Overripe Rovellotti Grapes is an elegant and enveloping meditation wine, an expression of the tradition of Rovellotti - Winemakers in Ghemme. Made from 100% Erbaluce, it interprets the world of Italian passito wines with personality, combining aromatic richness, measured sweetness, and a structure capable of supporting the sip with great balance.

Territory and wine style

This passito originates in a Piedmontese context linked to the culture of quality wine, where the work in the vineyard and cellar aims to enhance the raw material and territorial identity. The harvest in September and the long drying process until February-March concentrate sugars, aromas, and consistency, giving rise to an intense and refined wine. The slow fermentation in small wooden barrels, followed by 12 months of aging in wood and 12 months in bottle, helps define a complex, harmonious, and persistent style.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents a amber color, rich, luminous, and crystalline. On the nose, it offers clear and seductive aromas of dried chamomile flowers, saffron, hazelnut, candied fruits, and raisins. The sip is rich and structured, with a gentle sweetness that is never excessive, supported by sensations of dried fruit and a warm, enveloping texture. The persistence is long and consistent with the profile of an important passito, capable of evolving well over time if stored correctly.

Recommended pairings

Valdenrico Passito Wine from Overripe Rovellotti Grapes pairs very effectively with blue cheeses and long-aged cheeses, where the savoriness meets the softness of the wine in a very pleasant balance. It is also ideal with creamy desserts, fruit tarts, almond-based sweets, or dry pastries. It can also successfully accompany moments of meditation, after dinner, when one seeks a wine capable of offering depth and finesse.

Serving temperature

The ideal temperature for serving Valdenrico Passito Wine from Overripe Rovellotti Grapes is between 8 and 12°C. A slight chilling enhances its freshness and clarifies the aromatic reading, without penalizing the taste richness. Prolonged oxygenation is generally not necessary, but a brief passage in the glass can help enhance its olfactory evolution.

Why buy it

Choosing Valdenrico Passito Wine from Overripe Rovellotti Grapes means bringing to the table a passito with personality, crafted with care and designed to offer a complete experience, from the amber color to the long taste finish. It is a perfect bottle for those seeking an elegant sweet wine, not trivial, capable of accompanying desserts and cheeses with equal authority. Furthermore, its good aging potential makes it an interesting choice for those looking to buy wine online with an eye on cellar and long-term storage.