Pieropan - Valpolicella Superiore Ruberpan 2016
Italy
Red
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90/100
James Suckling
With its brilliant ruby color, this Valpolicella Superiore Ruberpan reveals a nose of fruity notes reminiscent of cherry and strawberry. The palate is complex and fruity, with a pleasant spicy character. A red that also has great ageing potential... A must-try!
Features
Estate
Domaine Pieropan
Cuvée
Ruberpan
Vintage
2016
Designation
Valpolicella Superiore
Region
Italy
Grape varieties
60% Corvina Veronese, 30% Rondinella, Corvinone et Croatina Veronese, 10% de cépages traditionnels de Valpolicella
Terroirs
Chalk and clay soils
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Vatting time 12 days, temperature 23 to 24°C
Breeding
18 to 24 months in 500- and 2500-litre barrels
Alcohol content
14%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Bright ruby color
Nose
Fruity notes evoke cherry, strawberry and raspberry.
Mouth
Complex, fruity with a nice spicy character
Serve
AT 14-15°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2023
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with grilled meats, poultry, tomato sauces, mature cheeses...
Domain Pieropan
Valpolicella
Expert opinion
Vinous A. Galloni
Domain Rated Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (2019 guide) 90/100
Rated Domaine (2022 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
A subtle nose of rose petals, redcurrant and lemon peel. Medium-bodied, with silky tannins and a fruity, elegant finish. Brilliant and mineral. Ready to drink.
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4/5
on 4 reviews
Note and review by M. DIDIER P. Published on 20/10/2020
Attractive color, spicy nose, hint of aniseed and saffron. On the palate, power rivals finesse. This wine, which I underestimated on first tasting, has largely lost its fruitiness, which is now resolutely replaced by spices: aniseed and even a touch of menthol. Perfectly suited to a mature piece of Charolais! Would be interesting to try with pheasant accompanied by a lightly creamed jus. Good length.
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Note and review by M. JEAN-JACQUES K. Published on 02/10/2022
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Note and review by M. DOMINIQUE C. Published on 22/09/2020
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Note and review by M. EMILE R. Published on 07/03/2020
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