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Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG Bosan 2016

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Bosan

Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG
Bosan 2016

Refined
spicy
impressive

Amarone Bosan was born from Corvina Veronese, Corvinone grapes and a small part of Rondinella, coming from a single vineyard in Marano di Valpolicella, with calcareous and volcanic soil.

After the traditional “Appassimento”, the 3-year ageing of our Bosan Riserva 2016 begins in French barriques, followed by at least 12 months of bottle ageing.

The vintage was defined by a warm and almost completely dry winter. Conditions shifted in April, introducing a cold and rainy period that lasted until mid-May. The summer saw normal thunderstorms, with a single, localized hailstorm event. The finish, however, was ideal: September was stable, warm, and well-ventilated, ensuring a favorable conclusion to the growing cycle.

Bosan 2016 displays a deep garnet color. The nose is rich with jam, black cherry, plum, and dark chocolate, underpinned by subtle notes of black truffle and liquorice. The palate is full-bodied, enveloping, and soft, effectively balancing the alcohol content. It concludes with a long and complex finish.

 

technical sheet

soil

Limestone, volcanic
technical sheet - soil

grape varieties

Corvina Veronese
Corvinone
Rondinella

technical sheet - grape varieties

winemaking process

grape drying (90 days); vinification & malolactic fermentation in stainless steel; stainless steel (3 years), barrique (3 years); stainless steel 2 years); bottle ageing (2 years min.)
technical sheet - winemaking process

climate trend

The 2015/2016 Winter was warmer than average across all growing areas, with almost no precipitation except for a brief snowfall. Early April brought a cold, rainy spell that lasted until mid-May. Typical summer storms occurred within the seasonal norm, with only one localized hail event in the higher Valpolicella hills. September brought stable weather with some heavy rain, but warm temperatures and good ventilation allowed for a favorable end to the growing season.

vinification & maturation

Grapes selected for Amarone Bosan are picked 1-2 weeks earlier than Valpolicella Classico’s. The best bunches are arranged in a single layer inside small crates. Following drying inside the large ‘fruttai’ rooms, where grapes lose 30% of their weight, maceration lasts for 20 days. After removing the lees, malolactic fermentation in stainless steel follows, completed by 3 years of French barrique ageing and 12 months of bottle ageing.

tasting notes

Bosan Riserva 2016 shows an intense garnet hue. The nose offers rich aromas of jam, morello cherry, plum, and dark chocolate, complemented by subtle notes of black truffle and liquorice. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with a smooth and rounded character that balances the alcohol. The finish is remarkably long, persistent, and highly complex.

Historic Vintages

Amarone della Valpolicella Bosan Cesari
Amarone della Valpolicella Bosan Cesari
Amarone della Valpolicella Bosan Cesari 2011
Amarone della Valpolicella Bosan Cesari 2010
Amarone della Valpolicella Bosan Cesari 2007
Amarone della Valpolicella Bosan Cesari 2006
Amarone della Valpolicella Bosan Cesari 2005
Amarone della Valpolicella Bosan Cesari 2004
Amarone della Valpolicella Bosan Cesari 2003
Amarone della Valpolicella Bosan Cesari 2002
Amarone della Valpolicella Bosan Cesari 2000
Amarone della Valpolicella Bosan Cesari 1997

2013

TASTING NOTES

This Bosan vintage displays a very dark, deep garnet colour. On the nose, it’s particularly mineral, with aromas of spiced cherries blending with notes of cocoa, liquorice, leather, and moss. Full-bodied and velvety on the palate, it unveils its power through a warm, elegant structure. It finishes with a long, persistent, and highly complex aftertaste.

2012

TASTING NOTES

Bosan 2012 is a balanced and characteristic expression of Amarone, with pronounced tertiary aromas and spiced notes that complement a distinct acidity. In the glass, it presents an intense purple colour. On the nose, it offers a bouquet of jam, cherry, and plum, with toasted and vanilla hints. On the palate, it is full-bodied, harmonious, balanced, and persistent. The finish reveals its full power with a warm and elegant structure.

2011

TASTING NOTES

In appearance, Bosan 2011 shows a deep garnet colour. The bouquet opens with concentrated jam, marasca cherry, plum, and dark chocolate, with hints of black truffle and liquorice. The palate is silky and dry, where fullness, alcohol, softness, and roundness come together in perfect balance. The finish is very long, persistent, and highly complex. Excellent with red meats, braised beef dishes, roasts, and aged cheeses.

2010

TASTING NOTES

Very dark, deep garnet colour; on the nose, it expresses concentrated aromas of black cherry preserves, plum, and dark chocolate, with hints of black truffle and liquorice. On the palate, it is full-bodied, rich in alcohol, smooth, and round, with remarkable balance. The finish is exceptionally long, persistent, and highly complex. Excellent with red meats, braised beef dishes, roasts, and aged cheeses.

2007

TASTING NOTES

Pronounced notes of forest floor and red fruit define a vintage with great organoleptic depth. The colour is very dark, deep garnet. On the nose, it presents concentrated jam, marasca cherry, plum, and dark chocolate, with hints of black truffle and liquorice. On the palate, it is full, highly alcoholic, soft, round, and well-balanced. The finish is very long, persistent, and highly complex.

2006

TASTING NOTES

Bosan 2006 expresses pronounced tannins with noticeable ink-like notes on the nose, giving the wine great organoleptic depth. Hints of spices, cocoa, and vanilla complement the characteristic cherry aroma. Full and velvety on the palate, it reveals its full power with a bold, warm, and elegant body.

2005

TASTING NOTES

The 2005 vintage boasts a pronounced organoleptic balance, where fruity notes combine with spicy nuances in a balsamic and silky bouquet. The characteristic aroma of cherry blends with hints of spices, cocoa, and vanilla. The palate is full and velvety, revealing its full power in a bold, warm, and elegant body.

2004

TASTING NOTES

A very expressive vintage from an organoleptic standpoint, with well-defined aromas. Cherry stands out in a refined and sleek way. The palate is full and velvety, revealing its full power in a bold, warm, and elegant body.

2003

TASTING NOTES

The characteristic cherry aroma blends with spice, cocoa, and vanilla notes. On the palate, it is full and velvety, revealing its full power in a bold, warm, and elegant body.

2001

TASTING NOTES

Bosan 2001 is well-balanced from an organoleptic standpoint, with pronounced acidity contributing to its high drinkability. Hints of spice, cocoa, and vanilla complement the characteristic cherry aroma. It is full and velvety on the palate, showcasing its power in a bold, warm, and elegant body.

2000

TASTING NOTES

The 2000 vintage of Bosan is characterized by an intense aroma of forest fruits, with ripe plum standing out, complemented by notes of spices, cocoa, and vanilla. On the palate, it is warm and powerful yet elegant, full-bodied, and velvety.

1997

TASTING NOTES

The trademark cherry aroma is an organoleptic explosion, seamlessly integrating with spice, cocoa, and vanilla notes. On the palate, it is full and velvety, displaying all its power in a bold, warm, and elegant body.

The vineyard

Bosan wines are born from a single vineyard located nearby the town of Marano di Valpolicella, at an altitude of 500 meters above sea level.

This area, remarked by terraced vineyards trained in the ‘pergola Veronese’ system, features a limestone soil of volcanic origin and ideal exposure.
All these elements come together to create dynamic, elegant, and distinctive wines, such as the Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG Bosan.

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