Ca’ Botta’s signature Valpolicella Ripasso, Costa Rossa is a rich, concentrated expression shaped by appassimento, a second fermentation on the skins from Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG in the patented Fermentino Ca’ Botta® system, and ageing in 225 L French-style barriques. Blackberry and plum, savoury herbs and sweet spice unfold across a broad, polished palate, with supple tannins and freshness carrying the wine into a long, persistent finish.
Costa Rossa expresses the richer, more enveloping side of Ca’ Botta’s Ripasso style. Corvina Veronese, Corvinone and Rondinella are grown in hillside vineyards at 380–520 m above sea level and dried using the appassimento method before the first fermentation. The wine then undergoes a second fermentation on the skins from Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG in the patented Fermentino Ca’ Botta® system, bringing greater richness of aroma, flavour and texture. Ageing in 225 L French-style barriques adds further depth, polish and structure while preserving balance and freshness.
Ripe cherry, blackberry and plum lead the nose, followed by thyme, rosemary, sweet spice, cocoa and a subtle smoky note. The palate is broad and layered, with dark berry fruit, white pepper, supple tannins and savoury depth. Balanced acidity keeps the wine composed despite its concentration, carrying it into a long, dry and persistent finish.
Excellent with roast duck, filet mignon, braised beef, lamb dishes and mushroom ragù. It also pairs naturally with mature cheeses. Decant for around 30 minutes before serving to allow the wine to open fully.
Luca Maroni — 94 points
James Suckling — 91 points
Decanter World Wine Awards 2025 — 90 points, Silver
Vintage 2017
Luca Maroni — 94 points
Mundus Vini Awards 2023 — Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards 2023 — 90 points, Silver
Vintage 2016
The WineHunter Award 2020 — Gold
Sakura Japan Women’s Wine Awards 2023 — Gold
Luca Maroni — 93 points
Decanter World Wine Awards 2021 — Bronze
James Suckling — 89 points
Vintage 2015
Luca Maroni — 93 points
Older vintages
International Wine & Spirit Competition — Gold medal
Luca Maroni — 95 points, Vintage 2014
Verona Wine Top 2017 — Gold medal
Berliner Wine Trophy — Gold medal
Vivino Wine Style Awards 2018 — Best Italian Ripasso
The WineHunter Award 2019 — Candidato Award
Decanter Asia Wine Awards 2019 — 86 points, Bronze