Recioto delle Valpolicella Classico 2008

Provenance

The late David Brice was a respected wine connoisseur, collector and co-founder of Brice and Burnett – The Fine Wine Specialists (formerly Wine Cellar). His lifelong passion for wine from all corners of the world wine, and generosity, helped develop a culture of fine wine in South Africa and beyond. Always with value and authenticity in mind, the collection spans a wide range of styles from leading producers and diverse regions. The wines were professionally imported under refrigeration and carefully stored at Brice and Burnett (formerly Wine Cellar) thereafter. Many of the producers are not available in South Africa and provide an excellent buying opportunity.

For more detailed information on the lots, please feel free to contact Roland Peens (roland@briceandburnett.co.za). Roland spent many years sharing and enjoying these wines with David Brice and is happy to provide further insight into the collection.

Critics Ratings

“The 2008 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico Giovanni Allegrini is striking. A melange of mocha, espresso, black cherries, menthol and licorice saturates the palate as this rich, dense wine opens up in the glass. The 2008 stands out for its minerality and freshness, both of which keep the intensity of the fruit in check. A blast of blackberries, cassis and camphor intermingled with attractive floral notes rounds out the finish....” - Antonio Galloni, Vinous, 94/100 (Feb 2011)