What wine is Recioto della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2020 - Bolla (0.5l)?

Recioto della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2020 - Bolla (0.5l) is a sweet passito red wine, a symbol of Veronese winemaking tradition. It originates in the heart of Valpolicella Classica, from carefully selected Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella grapes, left to dry after the harvest to concentrate aromas, sugars, and color. The result is a full-bodied wine with pleasant softness, capable of combining aromatic richness and structure without losing elegance.

Vintage details

The 2020 vintage was characterized by balanced weather, with a warm but not excessive summer and a late harvest in October. This slow maturation allowed the grapes to develop a perfect balance between natural sweetness and acidic freshness, resulting in a harmonious Recioto with an intense and persistent aromatic profile.

Winemaking and aging

After harvesting, the grapes are left to dry for several weeks in well-ventilated drying rooms, a fundamental step to concentrate sugars and aromas. Fermentation then takes place at a controlled temperature, with a natural arrest before the complete transformation of sugars into alcohol, thus maintaining the wine's typical sweetness. This is followed by aging in oak barrels, which enriches the bouquet with delicate spicy and vanilla notes, giving greater depth and complexity to the sip.

Tasting notes

Recioto della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2020 - Bolla (0.5l) is a wine that captivates with its elegance and sensory richness. Each sip reveals the perfect fusion of sweetness, structure, and freshness.

Color

It presents a deep ruby red color with purplish reflections, a sign of the vintage's youth and vibrancy.

Nose

On the nose, it releases intense aromas of ripe red fruits, brandied cherries, and dried plums, accompanied by sweet hints of cocoa, cinnamon, and vanilla. A complex, inviting, and perfectly balanced bouquet.

Taste

On the palate, it is soft and velvety, with fine and harmonious tannins. It stands out for its aromatic persistence and a perfect balance between sweetness and freshness, which invites the next sip without ever being cloying.

Food pairings for Recioto della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2020 - Bolla (0.5l)

This Recioto is ideal for accompanying desserts and aged cheeses, but it is also perfect to enjoy in meditation. Recommended pairings include:

• Dark chocolate desserts or spiced cakes
• Blue cheeses like Gorgonzola or Stilton
• Red fruit tarts or dry almond biscuits

Served slightly chilled, it becomes a refined after-dinner wine or for a special evening.

Storage and aging: how to store Recioto della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2020 - Bolla (0.5l)

To maintain its characteristics, Recioto della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2020 - Bolla (0.5l) should be stored horizontally, in a cool place free from temperature fluctuations, ideally between 12 and 16°C. The environment should be dark and have constant humidity.

Thanks to its structure and sugar content, this wine has excellent aging potential: it can evolve positively for over ten years, developing even more complex and enveloping notes over time. Perfect to open today, but also surprising after a few years of rest in the cellar.