Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore DOC Bosan 2019

A blend of Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella from Marano di Valpolicella that undergoes the classic Ripasso process. It then matures in French oak barrels for around 12 months, followed by a 6-month blending in oak barrels before finishing with bottle ageing (8 months).

Autumn and winter in 2019 began with mild temperatures. Spring was initially warm, while in May and June, temperatures dropped considerably, accompanied by considerable rain, which balanced out a hot, dry summer.

The intensity of Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore DOC Bosan 2019’s colour mirrors its aromatic complexity (red fruits and tangy cherries). Its body is full and balanced. The finish is slightly acidic, with hints of cocoa and toasted coffee.

technical sheet

soil

Limestone, volcanic

grape varieties

40% Corvina
40% Corvinone
20% Rondinella

winemaking process

Ripasso' vinification (10 days); stainless steel (1 year); barrique (18 months); stainless steel (6 months); bottle ageing (6 months min.)

climate trend

Mild autumn and winter: the former with good rainfall, the latter with little precipitation. February's warm temperatures carry on through April, while May is rainy and cold, with snow at high altitudes. Downpours, low temperatures and humidity persist until June, providing substantial water supplies. Summer is very hot, with peaks of 42°C, without precipitation until August's storm events.

vinification & maturation

The two-week-long 'Ripasso' process imparts colour, structure, aromas, and tannins while raising the alcohol level compared to the original wine. After March's final racking and malolactic fermentation, the wine ages for about 12 months in French oak barrels. This is followed by blending in oak barrels for a further 6 months. Maturation is completed in the bottle for an additional 8 months.

tasting notes

Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore DOC Bosan 2019 is round, spicy, and delicate. It presents an intense purple colour, while the nose expresses all its complexity with notes of red fruits and tangy cherries. The body is full and harmonious. The aftertaste has a slight acidity smoothed by hints of cocoa and roasted coffee.

The vineyard

Bosan wines are born from a single vineyard located nearby the town of Marano di Valpolicella, at an altitude of 500 meters above sea level.

This area, remarked by terraced vineyards trained in the ‘pergola Veronese’ system, features a limestone soil of volcanic origin and ideal exposure.
All these elements come together to create dynamic, elegant, and distinctive wines, such as the Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG Bosan.

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Bosan wines embody the elegance of Amarone and the wines of Valpolicella Classica. They engage intimately with time, delighting after just a few years, or rewarding those who can wait decades.

A captivating elegance enhanced by a deep ageing potential.

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