Valtellina Superiore Inferno Riserva

Producer:
Aldo Rainoldi Srl
Region:
Lombardy
Grape:
Nebbiolo (100%)
Classification:
DOCG Superiore
Vintage:
2012
Capacity:
0.75 l

Dry red wine made from Nebbiolo grape. This is a riserva of the Valtellina Superiore version, obtained from the best vineyards in the Inferno subzone, the most rocky of all denominations belonging to the Valtellina Superiore. Aged for 15 months in small French oak barrels, and for almost two years in the bottle. A wine with a great structure and power, ideal for dishes based on meat.

Details

Color: red ruby.

Aroma: delicate, complex, fruity, spicy, toasted wood.

Flavor: velvety, harmonious.

Food matching: for red meats and venison, seasoned cheeses.

Serving temperature: 16°/18°C.

Serve in large glasses.

Alcohol content: 13,5%.

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