{"product_id":"montepulciano-texas-high-plains-ripasso-style-nv","title":"Montepulciano, Texas High Plains, Ripasso Style, NV","description":"\u003ch3\u003eTexas High Plains, Ripasso Style, NV\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend: 100% Montepulciano\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the traditional Ripasso wines of Italy's Veneto region, this non-vintage Montepulciano showcases the versatility of Texas High Plains fruit through a layered, multi-vintage approach. The final blend is composed of 50% 2023, 40% 2024, and 10% 2025 vintages, bringing together youthful vibrancy with added complexity and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented entirely in stainless steel, the wine was crafted through two successive Ripasso treatments: first in 2024 with 65 days on Montepulciano skins, then again in 2025 with an additional 32 days on Mourvèdreskins. These re-passes enhance color, aromatics, and palate weight while preserving thewine's freshness and lively character. Just 5% new French oak was used, allowing the fruit and savory elements to remain at the forefront.\u003cbr\u003eThe nose offers notes of dried raspberry, red cherry, wild strawberry, and dried cranberry, layered with subtle hints of dried herbs, leather, earth, and spice. The Ripasso process contributes additional depth and complexity without masking the bright varietal fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium-bodied and exceptionally approachable, the palate delivers vibrant red fruit supported by soft tannins and refreshing acidity. The minimal oak influence allows the wine's purity to shine, while the double Ripasso treatment adds a pleasant savory character and supple texture. At just 12.5% alcohol, this is an incredibly versatile red—equally enjoyable at cellar temperature or lightly chilled—making it an ideal companion for charcuterie, pizza, grilled vegetables, roasted poultry, and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vinovium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47776198230205,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1634\/4697\/files\/Summer_2026_Release_-_Montepulciano_NV.png?v=1785337660","url":"https:\/\/www.vinovium.wine\/products\/montepulciano-texas-high-plains-ripasso-style-nv","provider":"Vinovium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}