Valtellina Superiore 'Il Pettirosso' Ar.Pe.Pe.

Valtellina Superiore DOCG • Lombardy • Ar.Pe.Pe.
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Ar.Pe.Pe.
Region
Lombardy
Alcohol
13.5%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation with spontaneous yeasts and 105 days skin-maceration in 50-hectolitre wooden vats
Aging
12 months in vats and 50-hectolitre wooden barrels
Grape varieties
Nebbiolo (Chiavennasca) 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Among the most celebrated expressions of its category, this Valtellina Superiore DOCG showcases exceptional craftsmanship. Its 13.5% alcohol content supports a rounded, well-integrated style. Crafted from Nebbiolo (Chiavennasca) 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards vineyards with grassy rows exposed to the south at an altitude of 400/550 meters on granitic soils. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation with spontaneous yeasts and 105 days skin-maceration in 50-hectolitre wooden vats. The wine is aged 12 months in vats and 50-hectolitre wooden barrels. A wine true to the meticulous Lombard approach to winemaking.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game

About Lombardy Wine Region

The region's alpine influence and varied terroir create wines of remarkable elegance and precision.

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