{"product_id":"nino-negri-valtellina-sfursat-cinquestelle-2022","title":"Nino Negri Valtellina Sfursat Cinquestelle 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eValtellina Sfursat Cinquestelle by Nino Negri is a red wine with Denomination of Controlled and Guaranteed Origin from Lombardy, boasting great character, made from \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cstrong\u003eripe tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and a very persistent finish, supported by expert ageing in wood. A \u003cstrong\u003evigorous\u003c\/strong\u003e and profound wine, perfect for those seeking a product capable of evolving over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction 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 \u003cstrong\u003eheroic viticulture\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong\u003esandy-silty soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are shallow, give the wine a pronounced concentration, combining structural strength with vibrant \u003cstrong\u003emineral freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter manual harvesting, the bunches undergo a \u003cstrong\u003enatural drying\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e from Allier and Nevers. Finally, the \u003cstrong\u003efinal blend\u003c\/strong\u003e is created, which rests for a further six months to achieve perfect flavour harmony before being released to the market.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded 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 \u003cstrong\u003enatural drying of Nebbiolo grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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 \u003cstrong\u003e3 Bicchieri Gambero Rosso\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nino Negri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46955499913387,"sku":"61587","price":61.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/nino-negri-valtellina-sfursat-cinquestelle-2022_61587_1_05ccc263-b052-407e-9298-d10567cfe7b7.webp?v=1779466942","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-uk\/products\/nino-negri-valtellina-sfursat-cinquestelle-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}