Features
Name:
Marchesa MariaBella Valpolicella Ripasso DOC 2020
Terrain:
clayey and marly
Cellar
The name Massimago derives from the Latin Maximum Agium and means maximum well-being. It's a young, female-run business headed by Camilla Rossi Chauvenet, who has put her own stamp on it since 2003, creating the premises for a truly extraordinary qualitative renaissance.
The winery is located in Mezzane, in an area of Valpolicella that is somewhat wilder than others, nestled in the valley of the same name, which creates an ideal microclimate for growing grapes.
Since the second half of the 19th century, this interesting production reality has belonged to the Cracco family, custodians of local traditions, today interpreted in an innovative way thanks to the drive of Camilla, a true self-made woman who, with determination and enthusiasm, has believed in the potential of this extraordinary territory, capable of producing Amaroni of rare elegance. A production made up of just a few bottles, selected grapes, precise hands, rigour and patience, and a winemaking philosophy that fully respects the environment.
Description
Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 'Marchesa Mariabella' originates from a blend of red grapes typical of the Veneto region, Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella. These three varieties are grown by Massimago using the guyot system in vineyards located near Mezzane di Sotto, about 180 metres above sea level. It is a Valpolicella Ripasso that brings immediacy and authenticity to the glass, which are the strong points of this label signed Massimago, in which the production philosophy of Camilla Rossi Chauvenet shines through. A witty label entitled "Italian Facebook" by Franco Chiani. From an idea by Camilla Rossi-Chauvenet and Franco Chiani.
Organoleptic characteristics:
Impeccable colouring, brilliant ruby. Hints of cherry, berries, dried plums with a spicy undertone. Delicacy and deliciousness characterise the style of this wine, which has always been a best seller among all Massimago wines.
Storage time:
5- 7 years
Vinification
in stainless steel tanks, carrying out a rather prolonged maceration; after a few months, the fresh must is re-fermented thanks to the addition of the Amarone marc. Final ageing lasts 12 months in both barriques and French oak tonneaux.
Acknowledgements
2018 Bibenda 


2018 Vitae AIS 


2020 Veronelli 88/100