Recioto della Valpolicella Classico 2004

Begali (Italy)

Corvina (35%), Rondinella (30%), Other Grapes (35%)
Sweet Wine	Score: ✧✧✧✧

This Recioto della Valpolicella shows a deep ruby red color and nuances of purple red, impenetrable to light. The nose reveals intense, clean, pleasing and refined aromas which start with hints of blackberry, black cherry and plum followed by aromas of dried violet, blueberry, vanilla, tobacco, chocolate, cinnamon, menthol and nail polish. The mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a sweet and tannic attack, however balanced by alcohol, full body, intense flavors, pleasing roundness. The finish is persistent with flavors of blackberry, black cherry and plum. This Recioto della Valpolicella ages for 12 months in cask followed by at least 6 months of aging in bottle.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Confectionery, Hard cheese, Jam tarts
Suggested glass	17 °C (62 °F)
(Sweet Wines)
January 2008