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Munus means “gift” in Latin and this wine is a lovely gift from Guerrieri Rizzardi. A blend of Merlot, Corvina and little-known grape, Ancellotta, it’s a rich, smooth red wine that tastes of dark cherries and plums with dark chocolate & spicy notes.
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| Wine Style | Red Wine, Smooth Elegant Red |
|---|---|
| Grape Variety | Merlot, Corvina, Ancellotta |
| Wine Region | Veneto |
| Country | Italy |
| ABV | 14.0% |
| Oaked | Yes |
| Cork | Yes |
| Lifestyle | Certified Sustainable, Awaiting confirmation of suitability for vegans & vegetarians |
| Volume | 75cl |
| Drink By | 2029 |
Guerrieri Rizzardi Munus Rosso is a bit of a rebel wine. Having previously been Guerrieri Rizzardi’s flagship Bardolino DOCG wine, it was decided to take it out of the Bardolino DOCG appellation (DOCG is Italy’s top level appellation). This was not done lightly but the feeling was that in some vintages the required minimum of 12 months in oak was too much for the wine. Now a Rosso Veronese IGT, Munus remains the same luscious blend of Merlot, Corvina and local and little known grape, Ancellotta though percentages vary each vintage. 40% Merlot gives Guerrieri Rizzardi Munus Rosso 2021 a lovely soft texture and red fruit flavours. 40% Corvina brings black cherry aromas with acidity and elegance. 20% Ancellotta is used to add deep colour, acidity and some tannins to give the wine a bit of structure and to aid longevity.
Produced from grapes selected from the best parcels of the family’s Bardolino estate, Guerrieri Rizzardi Munus Rosso is fermented in stainless steel tanks in order to maximise the fruit-forward character of the wine. Only then is the wine aged in oak for up to 12 months which softens the tannins, adds a little spice to the profile and helps to smooth the texture. This wine tastes delicious. Concentrated flavours of dark cherry, cassis and plums with dark chocolate and spices. It is very rounded and smooth but not rich as there is refreshing acidity to counter the concentration of juicy flavours. Munus means “gift” in Latin and this wine is a lovely gift!
For an unoaked Bardolino from Guerrieri Rizzardi, try Delara.
The producer suggests it is “Perfect for slow cooked pork and game birds (guinea fowl / pheasant) – also highly suitable for robust stews and casseroles.” I can confirm its juiciness and rounded body make it a great partner for roast pork.
“Made from a selection of grapes from the best old parcels throughout the Bardolino estate,
including some very old vine Corvina. Munus is the only red wine cuvée from our Bardolino
vineyards that is aged in oak barrels. First vintage was 1982 and was created as an homage to
Contessa Maria Cristian Loredan Rizzardi’s Venetian heritage.
Combining the qualities of our Merlot and Corvina we produce a wine which has depth of fruit and a certain richness and smoothness without ever being heavy. The Ancellotta gives further depth and colour and the oak ageing lends complexity.”
92 points Vinous Dec 2023
Due Bicchieri Gambero Rosso 2024 (Very good to excellent wines)
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