Nino Negri
Valtellina Sfursat Cinquestelle 2022
| Denomination | DOCG Sforzato di Valtellina |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.5% by volume |
| Area | Lombardy (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Aged in French barriques from Allier and Nevers for 16 months; after bottling, rested in bottle for 3 months before release. |
- Name and grape variety: Sfursat di Valtellina DOCG made from Nebbiolo Chiavennasca grapes
- Natural drying: Grapes dried for 3 months with a 30% weight loss for intense aromas
- Ageing: 20 months in French oak barriques from Allier and Nevers, then rested in bottle
- Profile: Deep garnet, notes of plum, tobacco and spices, mature tannins and a long finish
- Serving: Decant for 1 hour; excellent with red meats, game, mature cheeses at 17-18°C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Valtellina Sfursat Cinquestelle by Nino Negri is a red wine with Denomination of Controlled and Guaranteed Origin from Lombardy, boasting great character, made from Nebbiolo grapes, locally known as Chiavennasca. This wine is the result of careful natural drying, which gives it a rich profile and remarkable structure. On the palate, it is intense, with ripe tannins and a very persistent finish, supported by expert ageing in wood. A vigorous and profound wine, perfect for those seeking a product capable of evolving over time.
Where it comes from
Production takes place in Lombardy, on the slopes of the Rhaetian Alps along the right bank of the Adda river. The vineyards are located in the areas of Rosso di Valtellina and Valtellina Superiore, including the renowned subzones Inferno, Grumello and Fracia. Situated on south-facing terraces between 300 and 550 metres above sea level, the vines are a prime example of heroic viticulture. The sandy-silty soils, which are shallow, give the wine a pronounced concentration, combining structural strength with vibrant mineral freshness.
How it is produced
After manual harvesting, the bunches undergo a natural drying process in a drying room for about three months. Towards the end of November, the grapes are pressed and vinification begins, which includes a brief cryo-maceration to enhance the aromatic profile. Maturation lasts a total of two years, with twenty months spent in French oak barrels from Allier and Nevers. Finally, the final blend is created, which rests for a further six months to achieve perfect flavour harmony before being released to the market.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1897, the Nino Negri winery embodies the excellence of heroic viticulture in Valtellina. In 1956, it was a pioneer in the production of Sfursat through the meticulous natural drying of Nebbiolo grapes. The renowned 5 Stelle, the winery's flagship, is produced exclusively in years with optimal climatic conditions to ensure absolute quality. This wine has been awarded the 3 Bicchieri Gambero Rosso.
Awards
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2022
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2022
3This guide is highly respected and offers the most comprehensive review of Italian wines. It has a long tradition and is based on blind tastings carried out by over 100 experts.
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2022
91/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2022
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1897
- Oenologist: Danilo Drocco
- Bottles produced: 700.000
- Hectares: 160
All this, together with several estate vineyards located in the heart of the leading wine sub-regions of Valtellina. Read more
| Name | Nino Negri Valtellina Sfursat Cinquestelle 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Sfursat di Valtellina DOCG |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Lombardy |
| Vendor | Nino Negri |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1897, the Nino Negri winery embodies the excellence of heroic viticulture in Valtellina. In 1956, it was a pioneer in the production of Sfursat through the meticulous natural drying of Nebbiolo grapes. The renowned 5 Stelle, the winery's flagship, is produced exclusively in years with optimal climatic conditions to ensure absolute quality. This wine has been awarded the 3 Bicchieri Gambero Rosso. |
| Origin | Valtellina (Lombardy), on the slopes of the Rhaetian Alps along the right bank of the Adda river; subzones Inferno, Grumello and Fracia |
| Climate | Terrazze ben esposte a sud a 400-450 m s.l.m. |
| Soil composition | Loose, shallow sandy-silty soils |
| Cultivation system | Modified arched Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 3500 |
| Yield per hectare | 75 quintals/hectare |
| Harvest | Between September and October |
| Fermentation temperature | 25–26 °C |
| Fermentation | 12 days |
| Production technique | Natural drying (dried grapes) |
| Wine making | Traditional red vinification from Nebbiolo grapes naturally dried for about 3 months (loss of about 30% of their weight); pressing towards the end of November; cryomaceration for 3 days; fermentation for 12 days at 25–26 °C. |
| Aging | Aged in French barriques from Allier and Nevers for 16 months; after bottling, rested in bottle for 3 months before release. |
| Total acidity | 6.7 gr/L |
| PH | 3.6 |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |