The 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso Il Bugiardo possesses a measure of additional textural richness and depth from the ripasso vinification. Mocha, new leather, spices and tobacco add complexity to the fruit in this forward, juicy Valpolicella. Everything is in the right place. The 2008 is 60% Corvina, 20% Corvinone, 10% Rondinella, 5% Croatina and 5% Oseleta. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2018.
Importer: Wine D.O.C., Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-5362