Bolla Valpolicella (75cl, 12.5%)

Bolla Valpolicella is a light-bodied Italian red wine from Valpolicella in Veneto, bottled at 12.5% ABV in a 750ml bottle. Produced by Bolla, now owned by Gruppo Italiano Vini, it is a blend of Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara. Under winemaker Christian Zulian, the blend undergoes cool fermentation to preserve aromatic fragrances and fresh fruit character. After alcoholic and malolactic fermentation, it ages entirely in stainless steel tanks, retaining grape-driven brightness and crisp acidity. The aroma shows restrained red cherries and red currants, subtle spice, gentle plum and fresh fruit without toasty oak. The palate is bright with cherry and red currant fruit, firm but crunchy tannins, light body, gentle almond and berry notes, and brilliant acidity. The finish is medium-short, earthy and slightly spiced, with lingering red fruit and subtle bitterness characteristic of Corvina.