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Riserva

2008 Valpolicella Red Blend

Musella Riserva is a captivating red blend from the renowned Valpolicella region, showcasing the artistry of the 2008 vintage. This wine presents a deep ruby color, inviting you to explore its complex character. On the palate, it offers a full-bodied experience with a creamy texture that enhances its richness. The acidity is bright and lively, providing balance to the wine’s structure and a refreshing quality that invites another sip. Fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing deep notes of dark cherries and plums, intermingled with hints of herbs and spices, which add to its allure. The tannins are firm yet well-integrated, lending a significant backbone that supports the wine's longevity. As a dry offering, Musella Riserva exemplifies the region's tradition while delivering a contemporary finesse that makes it truly exceptional.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Valpolicella

The northern Italian area of Valpolicella is famed for its red wines. Located in Verona to the east of Lake Garda, the principal grapes here are Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara. Valpolicella is tangy and cherry-fresh, perfect with pizza and pasta. Classico and Superiore wines from hillside vineyards offer extra depth and spice notes. But for real complexity, look to Amarone della Valpolicella. Made from partially dried grapes (called "appassimento"), this full-bodied wine offers gorgeous fruit flavors and ages for at least two years in oak. There is also Valpolicella Ripasso, a wine made by putting Valpolicella through pressed Amarone grapes. The DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation for Italian wines was introduced in the 1960s. It is the main classification system used in the country and regulates what winemakers can and cannot do regarding wine style, varietal restrictions, minimum and maximum alcohol levels, aging techniques and growing regions.

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