SFURSAT 5 STELLE Sforzato di Valtellina DOCG
2018 vintage: The winter was decidedly snowy and rainy. The spring started off cold, delaying the vegetative recovery by 15 days compared to the average. The low rainfall in summer and early autumn prevented any phytosanitary problems, allowing a harvest of very healthy grapes. Unfortunately, the first ten days of September were characterised by frequent violent storms, including hailstorms. No rain fell at all during the harvest period and then began again in November, continuing for all the month. The vintage was difficult due to the temperature extremes during the summer period, making it difficult for the grapes to ripen. The drying period was also characterised by above-average temperatures: this anomaly meant that pressing had to be brought forward to 15 November. The magnificent work done in selecting by our vine-growers and the tenacity of our technicians made a great wine of the Nebbiolo da Sfursat 5 Stelle 2018, an example of determination and Alpine character: born from the mountains, born from the wind
Sfursat 5 Stelle DOCG has a medium-intensity ruby colour. On the nose, notes of violet, ripe berry fruit and delicate hints of sweet spices. Fresh, rich and full bodied palate. A moderately lingering finish while young.
Red meats, game, mature cheeses.
Nebbiolo (Chiavennasca)
Vineyards in the Valtellina Doc and DOCG appellations, on the slopes of Rhetian Alps, along the right side of Adda river. South facing, at altitudes between 300 and 550 metres above sea level. Loose, shallow sandy silt.
15.5% Vol.