Valpolicella Superiore Campo Lavei 2008

Ca' Rugate (Italy)

Corvina (40%), Rondinella (30%), Corvinone (30%)
Red Wine	Score: ✧✧✧✧

Valpolicella Superiore Campo Lavei shows an intense ruby red color and nuances of ruby red, moderate transparency. The nose reveals intense, clean, pleasing and refined aromas which start with hints of blackberry, plum and black cherry followed by aromas of violet, blueberry, pomegranate, vanilla, tobacco, mace and chocolate. The mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a tannic attack and however balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors, pleasing roundness. The finish is persistent with flavors of blackberry, plum and black cherry. Valpolicella Superiore Campo Lavei ages for 10 months in barrique.
Alcohol: 14%
Roasted meat, Stewed meat with mushrooms, Hard cheese
Suggested glass	18 °C (64 °F)
(Bodied or Mature Red Wines)
June 2010