Buglioni Il Bugiardo Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso DOC 2019 (Italy) Rated 90WE

Wine Enthusiast Review
Rated 90
Focused and lively mixed wild berries—some fresh and some dried—explode out of the glass on this wine. As you begin to explore the wine, the fruit is joined by aromas of forest floor, black tea and savory herbs. Lush but balanced, the palate shows tart red plum skin and sour blueberries combined with subtle hints of chalk, finishing with a zap of acidity that really brings the wine home and prepares you for the next glass.

Buglioni Il Bugiardo Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso DOC 2019

A rich, velvety, and beautifully expressive Ripasso, Buglioni “Il Bugiardo” 2019 delivers the depth and warmth of Amarone-style character with the elegance and freshness of classic Valpolicella.
Nicknamed “The Liar” because it drinks like an Amarone despite being a Ripasso, this wine has become one of the region's most beloved modern icons.

Key Details

• Producer: Buglioni
• Region: Valpolicella Classico, Veneto, Italy
• Classification: Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso DOC
• Grapes: 60% corvina, 20% corvinone, 10% rondinella, 5% croatina, 5% oseleta
• ABV: 13.7%

Tasting Notes

• Ripe cherry, blackberry, and dried plum
• Notes of cocoa, sweet spice, and tobacco leaf
• Hints of raisin, vanilla, and warm oak
• Full, silky palate with polished tannins
• Long, warming finish with lingering dark fruit

Profile & Craft

• Ripasso method adds richness by refermenting on Amarone pomace
• Nicknamed “Il Bugiardo” (“The Liar”) for its Amarone-like depth
• Aged in oak for added structure, spice, and complexity
• One of the most acclaimed Ripasso wines from the region

Serving & Pairing

• Serve at 60-65°F to highlight richness and aromatics
• Pairs with braised meats, lasagna, aged cheeses, and hearty stews
• Excellent with grilled lamb, mushroom risotto, and charcuterie
• Drink now or cellar 5-8 years for added depth