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There are yachts that tell a story and others that write a new one: Dolceriva

belongs to this second category, if only for the staggering style and design
innovations introduced by the historic Sarnico shipyard.

It’s not a just any yacht, it’s a Riva, or rather a Dolceri- MARINE LUXURY
va. Of unprecedented and poetic beauty, legendary and The rounded stern pays homage to the iconic “Aris-
ultra-modern, a worthy successor to the most famous ton” and “Tritone” models while also evoking the rear of
yachting dynasty in the world. a luxury sports car, transposing this automotive reference
The latest, spellbinding creation by Riva strives onto a fully maritime plane. The hatch, which features a
to redefine its market segment thanks to a number of structural bench when closed, swings open to reveal in-
unprecedented characteristics: a brand-new exterior built mahogany steps as well as a large surface: using the
design developed by Officina Italiana Design, which inclination of the stern and the level surface of the beach
ushers in a new style philosophy for all Riva models; a area, two specially designed ergonomic sun pads can be
perfectly optimized use of onboard spaces; an exciting positioned over the hatch, offering the opportunity to
wealth of details that pays homage to the extraordinary experience the sea in a unique fashion. With the hatch
heritage of a brand which has shaped the history of the open, more steps appear, complete with two storage com-
nautical world for 177 years. partments which can be used to house the seabobs.
This 48-meter open yacht has been designed to offer
unrivalled onboard comfort.
Born from the collaboration between Officina INTERIORS IN PERFECT RIVA STYLE
Italiana Design, the firm headed by Mauro Micheli A steel and glass hatch provides access to a luxu-
and Sergio Beretta that has designed the entire Riva rious open space comprising a dinette with spacious
fleet for over twenty-five years, the Ferretti Group En- sofa, a kitchen, and a bathroom with separate shower
gineering Department and the Product Strategy Com- and closet. A 43-inch TV is installed on the starboard
mittee, Dolceriva is 14.92 meters long with a full beam side bulwark. The spacious Owner’s cabin is located
of 4.26 meters. forward, separated from the dinette by means of a steel
and glass sliding door, whose inner metallic mesh is de-
AUTOMOTIVE-INSPIRED DESIGN signed to let in light but not sight, thus providing the ut-
The originality of the exterior derives from a blend most privacy. The owner's cabin is fitted with a central
of Riva's trademark elegance with the latest trends in bed, two walk-in closets and storage trunks.
runabout design, such as an automotive-inspired vibe All materials used for Dolceriva's interiors are per-
and a sportier interpretation of the idea of luxury. The fectly in keeping with the Riva style, with high-gloss
hull window design stems from a complex research mahogany on the first unit, mirror surfaces, leather ele-
process by Officina Italiana Design: generated by a ments, steel, and lacquered wood, both matt and glossy.
black pencil mark along the side of the yacht, it deft-
ly ascends towards the deck. Making this model even TOP PERFORMANCE
more special are a number of fascinating aesthetic Dolceriva features a V-Drive axis propulsion sys-
touches, including the stunning windshield made with tem and, optionally, mounts twin Volvo Penta D13 en-
innovative spherical crystals and featuring a slight gines each capable of producing 1,000 mhp at 2,400
counter-curvature: an element destined to become a rpm. In terms of performance, the model can reach a
new Riva signature. maximum speed of 40 knots with a cruising speed of 35
As always, the attention to quality and detail is knots at the specified conditions.
incomparable: the forward surface on the main deck The optional joystick system includes a docking
sports the legendary high-gloss mahogany with its mode feature that makes it extremely easy to maneuver
twenty coats of varnish. in narrow waters, as in sideways-mooring for example.

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