Frescaripa
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Typically best enjoyed young and fresh, within 1 to 3 years of vintage release, to fully appreciate its vibrant fruit and crisp acidity.
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Light pasta dishes with tomato sauce, grilled white meats, and traditional Italian antipasti such as prosciutto and mild cheeses.
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Masi's Frescaripa is a classic expression of Bardolino Classico, hailing from the sun-drenched morainic hills on the eastern shores of Lake Garda in Veneto. The name itself, 'Frescaripa,' evokes the cooling, fresh breezes ('fresca') that sweep off the lake onto the vineyard slopes ('ripa'), a natural air conditioning system that preserves the vibrant acidity and bright fruit profiles of the grapes. Crafted from the traditional Veronese blend of Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara, this wine represents the historic, lighter-bodied side of Veneto's winemaking heritage. Unlike its heavy, dried-grape cousins in Valpolicella, Frescaripa is celebrated for its youthful energy, marked by notes of wild cherry, red currant, and a delicate touch of black pepper. Masi, a pioneer in preserving Venetian viticultural traditions, vinifies this wine to emphasize freshness, utilizing temperature-controlled fermentation and brief aging to ensure the lively, thirst-quenching character of the Lake Garda terroir shines through in every glass.
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Established in 1772 when the Boscaini family acquired their first vineyards in the 'Vaio dei Masi' valley, Masi Agricola is a benchmark producer of the Veneto region in northeastern Italy. Still family-owned and led by Sandro Boscaini, the estate is globally renowned for its expertise in the traditional Appassimento technique, where grapes are dried on bamboo racks to concentrate flavors. Masi is celebrated for pioneering the double-fermentation method behind its iconic Campofiorin, as well as crafting legendary Amarone della Valpolicella expressions like Costasera, Mazzano, and Campolongo di Torbe. Their portfolio beautifully bridges heritage and innovation, showcasing the diverse terroirs of Veneto, Friuli, and beyond through expressive red, white, and rosé wines.