Ippolito 1845
Cirò Rosso Classico Superiore Ripe del Falco Riserva 2018
| Denomination | DOC Ciro' Rosso Classico Superiore Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Calabria (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Gaglioppo |
| Aging | Cellar care and a long wait |
- Name and vintage: Cirò DOC Rosso Classico Superiore Riserva, harvest 2018
- Grapes and vineyards: 100% Gaglioppo from vineyards over 40 years old, strict selection in the vineyard
- Aromas: notes of dried rose, undergrowth, liquorice, leather, tobacco and spices
- Taste: intense structure, warmth and savouriness, fine tannins and a very long finish
- Serving: decant for 1 hour at 16-18 °C; ideal with braised meats, game and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Ippolito 1845 Cirò Rosso Classico Superiore Ripe del Falco Riserva is a still red wine with a deep connection to Calabria. In the glass, it displays an elegant ruby colour with garnet highlights. The bouquet reveals complex aromas of dried rose petals, undergrowth, liquorice, leather, tobacco and spices. On the palate, it is intense, warm and savoury, supported by very fine tannins and a persistent finish. It pairs ideally with braised meats, game or mature cheeses. Best served between 16 and 18 degrees, after decanting for about an hour.
Where it comes from
This red is born in Cirò Marina, at the heart of a historically renowned area. The soul of the wine is shaped by old Gaglioppo vines over forty years old. The Ippolito 1845 estate is managed according to organic and sustainable farming practices. As an expression of Cirò Rosso Classico Superiore Riserva, this label faithfully embodies the identity of the local landscape, offering tasters a strong sense of place.
How it is produced
Production begins with a rigorous selection in the vineyard, harvesting only the best Gaglioppo bunches. Careful attention in the cellar and a prolonged ageing process are essential to give the wine its typical enveloping texture and broad aromatic complexity. Produced exclusively in the best vintages, it boasts a solid structural framework and extraordinary longevity, able to evolve positively for over ten years.
History and Curiosities
Born in the enchanting Cirò Marina, Ripe del Falco by Ippolito 1845 embodies the winemaking vocation and sustainable spirit of Calabria. This elegant Cirò Rosso Classico Superiore Riserva originates from historic Gaglioppo vineyards over forty years old. The result of a rigorous selection limited to memorable vintages and a long maturation in the cellar, this organic excellence promises a fascinating evolution for up to fifteen years. The unmistakable quality of this wine is widely celebrated by authoritative guides such as Bibenda, Veronelli and Vitae AIS.
Awards
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2018
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2018
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2018
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1845
- Oenologist: Giovanni Dimastrogiovanni
- Bottles produced: 700.000
- Hectares: 100
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| Name | Ippolito 1845 Ciro Rosso Classico Superiore Ripe del Falco Riserva 2018 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Cirò DOC |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Gaglioppo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Calabria |
| Vendor | Ippolito 1845 |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in the enchanting Cirò Marina, Ripe del Falco by Ippolito 1845 embodies the winemaking vocation and sustainable spirit of Calabria. This elegant Cirò Rosso Classico Superiore Riserva originates from historic Gaglioppo vineyards over forty years old. The result of a rigorous selection limited to memorable vintages and a long maturation in the cellar, this organic excellence promises a fascinating evolution for up to fifteen years. The unmistakable quality of this wine is widely celebrated by authoritative guides such as Bibenda, Veronelli and Vitae AIS. |
| Origin | Cirò Marina (Crotone) |
| Production technique | Selection of the best Gaglioppo in the vineyard, cellar care and a long wait |
| Wine making | Vineyard selection of the best Gaglioppo, cellar care and a long wait. |
| Aging | Cellar care and a long wait |
| Year production | 700000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |