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Wine: Red wine
Taste: Dry
Volume: Medium
Min. alcohol: 11%
Mandatory Storage: Min. 9 mos.
Storage potential: 5 years
This red wine is produced in the comuni of Ardenno, Tirano, Piateda and Ponte in Valtellina on the Eastern bank of the Adda River, as well as in the comuni of Villa di Tirana and Albosaggia of the River's west bank, all in the Sondrio province.
The base grape is Chiavennasca (90-100%), with permission to use up to 10% Pinot Nero and/or Merlot, Rossolo and Pignola Valtellinese. The wine has a fresh red color, often with garnet red reflections, a delicate and persistent aroma, along with a dry, slightly tannic taste, often with hints of wood.
It's also found under the name, Rosso di Valtellina DOC.
A minimum of 9 months' aging, often in oak barrels.
Should be consumed within 3-5 years and goes especially well with the local pizzocheri pasta.
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