Prugnolo Valtellina Superiore

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

Dry red wine varietal Nebbiolo. Another version of the Valtellina Superiore called Prugnolo. It is a decorative shrub with red-purple fruit that grows on the slopes of vineyards situated at an altitude of up to 600 m above sea level. Aged for 12 months in small French oak barrels, previously used for aging the noblest variety of Valtellina, called Sfursat and for the next nine months in the bottle.

Details

Color: ruby red .
Aroma: fruity, notes of plum, cherry, walnut.
Flavor: harmonious, elegant.
Food matching: ideal for red meats, venison and seasoned cheese.
Serving temperature: 16°/18°C.
Serve in large glasses.
Alcohol content: 14%.

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