Torcinato is Ca’ Botta’s gastronomic Valpolicella Superiore — a wine built around cherry, herbs and savoury definition.
Ripe cherry comes first, supported by blackberry, then thyme and aromatic herbs emerge before a dry tobacco note appears later in the glass.
Appassimento gives the fruit additional depth and substance, while lively freshness and fine tannins keep the wine vivid and precise.
Torcinato has the concentration for richer dishes, yet its cherry-and-herb character keeps bringing the palate back toward the table.
Deep ruby red.
The bouquet opens with ripe cherry and blackberry, followed by thyme, aromatic herbs, subtle tobacco and gentle spice.
The palate is structured and energetic. Cherry remains at the centre, while fine tannins and freshness give the wine a firm, lively shape.
Herbs and tobacco build gradually around the fruit, adding a distinctly savoury character.
The finish is dry and persistent, with cherry, thyme and tobacco returning together.
Torcinato’s signature is Valpolicella’s cherry-and-herb character expressed with greater depth and gastronomic precision.
Particularly compelling with roast pork, duck, guinea fowl, veal, grilled sausages with polenta and porcini risotto.
Monte Veronese and other medium-aged cheeses also work naturally with its savoury character.
Allow around 30 minutes to open before serving.
Luca Maroni — 96 points
James Suckling — 91 points
SAKURA Japan Women’s Wine Awards 2023 — Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards 2023 — 90 points, Silver
Vintage 2017
Luca Maroni — 96 points
Decanter World Wine Awards 2021 — Silver
Vintage 2016
Luca Maroni — 93 points
Vintage 2015
Decanter Magazine Valpolicella DOC Panel Tasting, May 2022 — 95 points
Luca Maroni — 93 points
Older vintages
Decanter Asia Wine Awards — 94/100, Silver, Vintage 2014
Luca Maroni — 93/100